25 Mar 2025
🦭Incidental Harassment Authorization for Marine Mammals in Oregon
Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to U.S. Coast Guard Construction in Florence, Oregon
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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) to incidentally harass marine mammals during pile driving activities associated with Station Siuslaw River construction project in Florence, Oregon.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The document outlines regulatory requirements for the U.S. Coast Guard's construction project, necessitating compliance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act. This includes mitigation measures and oversight impacting business operations and infrastructure development, which could affect timelines and costs for contractors.