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Alaska Statutes Title 41. Public Resources § 41.23.180. Purpose of AS 41.23.180--41.23.230

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

The purpose of AS 41.23.180--41.23.230 is to establish the area described in AS 41.23.230 as the Knik River Public Use Area. The Knik River Public Use Area is established to

(1) perpetuate and enhance

(A) general public recreation;

(B) public enjoyment of fish and wildlife;

(2) protect and maintain migratory waterfowl nesting areas; habitats for moose, Dall sheep, and brown bear; and other fish and wildlife habitat so that traditional public use of fish and wildlife populations may continue;

(3) provide an area for the public to enjoy the full spectrum of public uses, including maintenance and enhancement of off-road motorized vehicle and nonmotorized recreational opportunities;

(4) allow

(A) continued motorized access for miners and owners of private property in the Knik River Public Use Area; and

(B) additional public uses of the area determined by the commissioner to be compatible with this section.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Alaska Statutes Title 41. Public Resources § 41.23.180. Purpose of AS 41.23.180--41.23.230 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ak/title-41-public-resources/ak-st-sect-41-23-180/

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