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La. R.S. 56:2023

Establishment of standards

Known as the Terrebonne Parish Artificial Reef Act

The act spans §§ 56–56 (26 sections).

Acts 1991, No. 179, §1, eff

Artificial reefs and waters covered under this Chapter shall be sited, constructed, and subsequently maintained, monitored, and managed based upon the best scientific information available, and in a manner which shall:

(1) Enhance and conserve fishery and resources to the maximum extent practicable.

(2) Facilitate access and utilization by recreational and commercial user groups.

(3) Minimize conflicts among competing users of waters covered under this Chapter of the resources in such waters.

(4) Minimize environmental risk and risk to personal and public health and property.

(5) Be consistent with generally accepted principles of fishing law, the Louisiana Fishing Enhancement Act, and not create any unreasonable obstructions to navigation.

Official source: Louisiana State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Louisiana statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.