The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, 1978
IThe Wild and Scenic River Act states:
“It is hereby declared to be the policy of the United States that certain selected rivers of the Nation which, with their immediate environments, possess outstandingly remarkable scenic, recreational, geologic, fish and wildlife, historic, cultural, or other similar values, shall be preserved in free-flowing condition, and that they and their immediate environments shall be protected for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations.”
No river in the northeastern U.S. better fits this description, which is why it is included in the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act. We are the custodians of its preservation.
Read Section 7 of the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act (PDF Format)
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