Alaska Statutes (Last Updated: January 11, 2017) |
Title 16. FISH AND GAME. |
Chapter 16.05. FISH AND GAME CODE AND DEFINITIONS. |
Article 16.05.07. FISHWAYS AND HATCHERIES. |
Section 16.05.841. Fishway required.
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If the commissioner considers it necessary, every dam or other obstruction built by any person across a stream frequented by salmon or other fish shall be provided by that person with a durable and efficient fishway and a device for efficient passage for downstream migrants. The fishway or device or both shall be maintained in a practical and effective manner in the place, form, and capacity the commissioner approves for which plans and specifications shall be approved by the department upon application. The fishway or device shall be kept open, unobstructed, and supplied with a sufficient quantity of water to admit freely the passage of fish through it.
Authorities
16.05.861;41.17.010
Notes
References
11 AAC 95.300
11 AAC 95.305
11 AAC 95.355
AS 16.05.861 Penalty for violating fishway and hatchery requirements.
AS 41.17.010 Declaration of intent.
History
(E.O. No. 114 Sec. 2 (2008))