Two parcels of land have been identified that may be available for acquisition and are important to the project. One is directly adjacent to the Parkdale Fish Facility and may be needed in order to expand the Parkdale site to include fish rearing space. The second located is Punchbowl Falls, on the west fork and may be needed for an adult trapping location. In addition, Punchbowl Falls is a traditional fishing location for native Americans. Estimated Time Required to implement proposed amendment Annual implementation required.
Pacific lamprey are an important cultural fish species.
This project will provide fish managers basic management information as well as provide information leading to restoration recommendations. Estimated Time Required to implement proposed amendment Three years of implementation, with additional monitoring. High priority action due to lethal water quality and quantity issues, listed stocks. Project Description Continue to implement water conservation program begun in 1994 Fish and Wildlife Program as demonstration projects to optimize water use in the John Day Basin. Recognize the Bureau of Reclamation and Corps of Engineers as agencies with authority to assist this effort.