Title: Mississippi River Corridor Study
First published: 1996
Description: In recognition of the Mississippi River's importance to the nation, Congress passed legislation in 1990 that established the Mississippi River Corridor Study Commission. Congress directed the commission to undertake a study to determine the feasibility of designating the river as a national heritage corridor. Congress also charged the commission with recommending methods for preserving and enhancing the unique natural, recreational, scenic, cultural, scientific, and economic resources of the corridor.
Subjects: Civilization, Conservation of natural resources, Environmental conditions, Interpretive programs, Mississippi River Corridor Study Commission (U.S.), Natural areas, Cultural property, Protection
Places: Mississippi River Valley
LC classification: F351 .M6445 1996