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Forest Order 09-05-12-09 Eleven Point Wild and Scenic River Zone
Operation and use of motorized watercraft within the Eleven Point Wild and Scenic River zone to preserve the river.
Alert Start Date: January 1st, 2012
Alert End Date: N/A
Rec Sites Affected:
Order Number: 09-05-12-09
Associated Documents
Forest Order
Under authority of the Act of Congress of June 4, I 897, as amended (16 USC 55 I) and pursuant to the Secretary of Agriculture's Regulations set forth at 36 CFR Part 261, Subpart B (36 CFR 261.50 (a) and (b)). These restrictions are in addition to those enumerated in Code of Federal Regulations Title 36, Part 26 I, Subpart A, and become effective when signed and will remain in effect until rescinded.
THE FOLLOWING ACTS ARE PROHIBITED UPSTREAM FROM THE NARROWS ACCESS JUST ABOVE STATE IDGHWAY 142 BRIDGE TO STATE IDGHWAY 99 BRIDGE AT THOMASVILLE, MISSOURI, WITIDN THE ELEVEN POINT WILD AND SCENIC RIVER ZONE ON THE MARK TWAIN NATIONAL FOREST. THESE RESTRICTIONS ARE FOR THE PRESERVATION OF THE ELEVEN POINT WILD AND SCENIC RIVER ZONE.
- Possession or operation of any motorized vessel equipped with other than an outboard or electric motor. (36 CFR 261.580)
- Possession or operation of a motorboat in excess of twenty-five (25 horsepower or of a modified* motor in excess of twenty-five (25) horsepower, as established by manufacturer's rating. (36 CFR 261.580)
(*Definition of modified - "Any change, adaptation, or replacement of parts to increase or decrease horsepower ratings above or below as established by the manufacturer")
- Operating a motorboat or watercraft carelessly, recklessly, or without regard for the rights or safety of other persons or in a manner that would endanger or be likely to endanger any person or property. (36 CFR 261.580)
- It is prohibited for the public to enter or be on private land within the boundaries of the National Wild and Scenic River easement areas. (36 CFR 261.58z)
- Possessing or storing any glass beverage or glass food container within the designated boundary, except within the confines of Greer Campground and Picnic Area and Riverton Picnic Area (Also known as Riverton West) and on private lands within the river zone. (36 CFR 261.58cc)
THIS ORDER SUPERCEDES AND RESCINDS FOREST ORDER NO. 05-17, SIGNED APRIL 19, 2004.
Pursuant to Title 36 CFR 261.50 (e), the following persons are exempt from this order:
- Persons with a permit from the authorized Forest Service Officer specifically authorizing an otherwise prohibited act or omission.
- Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or fire fighting force working in the performance of an official duty.
Violations of these Prohibitions are punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual and $10,000 for an organization or imprisonment for not more than six (6) months, or both. [16 USC§ 551, 18 USC§§ 3559 and 3571)