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"as
a preserve and breeding ground for wild birds and animals." |
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"...dedicated
to wildlife conservation...for the major purpose of waterfowl management, but with full
consideration to optimum agricultural use that is consistent therewith" |
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Kuchel Act 1964 |
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Established in 1928, Tule Lake Refuge encompasses
39,116 acres of mostly open water and croplands. Approximately 17,000 acres are leased by
farmers under a program administered by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Refuge permit
holders farm another 1,900 acres of cereal grain and alfalfa. These crops, together with
the waste grain and potatoes from the lease program are a major food source for migrating
and wintering waterfowl. A ten mile auto tour route allows for wildlife observation
throughout the year
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Refuge Objectives:
- Maintain habitat for endangered, threatened and sensitive
species.
- Provide and enhance habitat for fall and spring migrant
waterfowl.
- Protect native habitats and wildlife representative of the
natural biological diversity of the Klamath Basin.
- Integrate the maintenance of productive wetland habitats and
sustainable agriculture.
- Ensure that the refuge agricultural practices conform to the
principles of integrated pest management.
- Provide high quality wildlife-dependent visitor services.
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Significant
Species:
- American bald eagle
- Golden eagle
- American white pelican
- White-faced ibis
- Snow, Ross’, white-fronted, & Canada geese.
- Peregrine falcon
- Pintail, mallard, gadwall, canvasback
- Western & eared grebes
- Black tern
- Tri-colored blackbird
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Current Issues of Concern:
- Loss of wetlands. The Klamath Basin has lost 80% of its
original wetlands
- Degraded water quality.
- Water quantity during drought years (balancing wildlife needs
with basin agricultural demands). Water rights adjudication.
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Public Use:
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Ongoing
Management Activities:
- Extensive wetland/cropland rotation scheme.
- Implementation of a comprehensive Integrated Pest Management
Program on commercial lease lands.
- Maintenance of an extensive water conveyance infrastructure.
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Croplands |
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17,000 |
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Open Water |
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10,557 |
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27 |
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Uplands |
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8,415 |
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Marsh |
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3,128 |
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39,100 |
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100% |
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Last updated:
April 1, 2009
