Revised Code of Washington
Chapter 79A.55 - Scenic River System.
79A.55.050 - Criteria for inclusion of rivers within system.

RCW 79A.55.050
Criteria for inclusion of rivers within system.

Rivers of a scenic nature are eligible for inclusion in the system. Ideally, a scenic river:
(1) Is free-flowing without diversions that hinder recreational use;
(2) Has a streamway that is relatively unmodified by riprapping and other stream bank protection;
(3) Has water of sufficient quality and quantity to be deemed worthy of protection;
(4) Has a relatively natural setting and adequate open space;
(5) Requires some coordinated plan of management in order to enhance and preserve the river area; and
(6) Has some lands along its length already in public ownership, or the possibility for purchase or dedication of public access and/or scenic easements.

[ 1977 ex.s. c 161 § 6. Formerly RCW 79.72.060.]

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Revised Code of Washington

Title 79A - Public Recreational Lands

Chapter 79A.55 - Scenic River System.

79A.55.005 - Legislative finding—Purpose.

79A.55.010 - Definitions.

79A.55.020 - Management policies—Development—Inclusion of management plans—Identification and exclusion of unsuitably developed lands—Boundaries of river areas—Hearings—Notice—Studies—Proposals for system additions.

79A.55.030 - Administration of management program—Powers, duties, and authority of commission.

79A.55.040 - State agencies and local governments to pursue policies to conserve and enhance included river areas—Shoreline management act—Private lands—Trust lands.

79A.55.050 - Criteria for inclusion of rivers within system.