Or. Admin. R. 635-007-0820

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 6, June 1, 2024

Section 635-007-0820 - Salmon Production Programs

(1) Salmon Hatchery Programs proposed for public hatcheries, the Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program (STEP), Cooperative Salmon Hatchery Programs, and for private salmon hatcheries shall be provided for department staff review and planning prior to commencement of egg collection each year. Such programs shall include at least:

(a) Rearing location;

(b) Species;

(c) Egg source or stock;

(d) Number to be released;

(e) Expected size at release;

(f) Expected time of release;

(g) Special treatment, marks, handling, etc.;

(h) Release site or project.

(2) Proposed revisions of accepted salmon hatchery programs due to unforeseen shortages of eggs, changes in facility availability or status, or necessary management adjustments shall be reviewed and approved by department staff prior to implementtion of any proposed revisions.

(3) Transport and release authorization shall be obtained from department fish culture staff prior to moving fish between facilities or releasing fish. No authorization shall be given if fish do not meet criteria shown in previously approved programs for release size, time, and mark rate, or if disease control regulations are not met.

(4) Summaries of releases, by hatchery and site (including STEP projects) will be prepared by the department at completion of releases for the year.

Or. Admin. R. 635-007-0820

FWC 25-1984, f. 6-21-84, ef. 7-1-84; FWC 2-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92; FWC 15-1997, f. & cert. ef. 3-10-97

Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138 & 506.119

Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.146 & 506.124