OAR 141-086-0340: Procedures for Identifying Locally Significant Wetlands

(1) LSW criteria are applied by the local government. (2) The following base information is required prior to applying the LSW criteria: (a) An approved Local Wetlands Inventory (OAR 141-086-0110 through 141-086-0240) covering the plan area; and (b) A function and quality assessment of all inventoried wetlands using the Oregon Freshwater Wetland Assessment Methodology (OFWAM; Oregon Division of State Lands, 1996). Functional assessment descriptors from OFWAM appear in quotation marks in section 146-086-0350 of these rules. An equivalent functional assessment methodology may be used, or adjustments may be made, upon written approval by the Director. If a different assessment methodology is approved, then equivalent terminology will be set out in the Division’s letter of approval.