OAR 635-500-6060: Pacific Lamprey

(1) The following policies apply to pacific lamprey management in the upper Deschutes subbasin: (a) Pacific lamprey will be re-introduced into habitats in the upper Deschutes Basin. Adult lamprey will be passed above the Pelton-Round Butte Hydroelectric Project. (b) Manage pacific lamprey in the Deschutes River and its tributaries for naturally produced sustainable populations consistent with the Native Fish Conservation Policy (OAR 635-007-0503), and the species protected status (OAR 635-044-0130). (2) The following objective applies to pacific lamprey management in the upper Deschutes subbasin: Protect pacific lamprey in the Deschutes River basin.