🐋Marine Mammal Regulation for Eareckson Air Station Repair
Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Eareckson Air Station Fuel Pier Repair in Alcan Harbor on Shemya Island, Alaska
Summary
In accordance with the regulations implementing the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) as amended, notification is hereby given that NMFS has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to the United States Air Force Pacific Air Forces Regional Support Center (USAF) to incidentally harass marine mammals during construction activities associated with a the Eareckson Air Station (EAS) Fuel Pier Repair project in Alcan Harbor on Shemya Island, Alaska.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The text outlines regulatory compliance requirements concerning the Marine Mammal Protection Act, emphasizing the need for businesses like USAF to authorize incidental takes during construction activities. This impacts project timelines, operational procedures, and potential liability for non-compliance.