Wild and Scenic Rivers

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STEP 1.  Is there a designated Wild, Scenic, or Recreational River segment in or near the planning area?

NO [  ]                 YES [  ]                UNKNOWN [  ]

1. If your answer is "No,” additional evaluation is not needed concerning wild and scenic rivers. Document the finding on form NRCS-CPA-52 or equivalent and proceed with planning.

2. If your answer is "Yes,” go to step 2.

3. If your answer is "Unknown,” consult section II of the FOTG for a list or the location of Wild, Scenic or Recreational Rivers and repeat step 1.

STEP 2. Will the proposed action or activity have an effect on the natural, cultural and recreational values of the Wild, Scenic, or Recreational River?

NO [  ]                 YES [  ]

1. If your answer is "No, additional evaluation is not needed concerning wild and scenic rivers. Document the finding, including the reasons, on form NRCS-CPA-52 or equivalent and proceed with planning.

2. If your answer is “Yes,” Document the finding, including the reasons, on form NRCS-CPA-52 or equivalent and go to step 3. 

STEP 3. Will a Federal agency other than NRCS provide funding or otherwise control implementation of the action?

NO [  ]                YES [  ]

1. If your answer is "No, the NRCS District Conservationist or an NRCS State office employee must consult the agency responsible for management of the Wild, Scenic, or Recreational River. The consultation is to determine if the action or activity requires a permit and if it is compatible with the management plan for the river. Further assistance may be provided only with the concurrence of the regulatory agency.

2. If your answer is “Yes,” indicate on the NRCS CPA-52, or equivalent, that the lead agency should consult with the agency responsible for management of the Wild, Scenic, or Recreational River to determine if the action or activity requires a perm

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