94-29122. Notice of Public Lands Closure; Wheeler County, Oregon

[Federal Register Volume 59, Number 227 (Monday, November 28, 1994)]
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[FR Doc No: 94-29122]


[Federal Register: November 28, 1994]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Bureau of Land Management
[OR-054-1220-00; 5-021]


Notice of Public Lands Closure; Wheeler County, Oregon

AGENCY: U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 
Prineville District, Prineville, OR.

ACTION: Emergency closure of public lands; Oregon.

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SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that effective immediately, posted 
roads on public lands as legally described below are closed to all 
motorized vehicle access and travel year-long.

    In Wheeler County, Oregon: T. 9 S., R. 20 E., Sec 32, southeast 
quarter.

    The purpose of this closure is to protect against adverse impacts 
upon soils, fisheries habitat, wildlife habitat, scenic resources, and 
recreational opportunities. Exception to this closure is for emergency 
personnel while engaged in emergency activities. The authority for this 
closure is 43 CFR 8341.2.
    This closure will remain in effect until the area is evaluated 
through the environmental assessment process and the adverse impacts 
are eliminated and measure are implemented to prevent recurrence.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Violation of this closure order is 
punishable by a fine not to exceed $1,000 and/or imprisonment not to 
exceed 12 months as provided in 43 CFR 8340.0-7.

James L. Hancock,
District Manager.
[FR Doc. 94-29122 Filed 11-25-94; 8:45 am]
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