Hatchery Review: Oregon LSRCP Hatchery Assessments and Recommendations

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service initiated a series of hatchery reviews in May 2005 to assure that its hatchery programs in the Pacific Northwest are part of a scientifically-sound and integrated strategy - consistent with State, Tribal, and other Federal strategies - for conserving wild stocks and managing fisheries in watersheds within the Region. The reviews examined 53 hatchery programs at 24 federally-owned hatcheries in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. All Hatchery Reviews were completed in January 2011.

This final report and associated appendices addresses hatchery programs and hatchery operations at Oregon state-owned hatcheries that are part of the Lower Snake River Compensation Plan.  

Please cite as: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). 2011. Oregon Lower Snake River Compensation Plan State Operated Hatcheries, Irrigon, Lookingglass, and Wallowa Fish Hatcheries: Assessments and Recommendations. Final Report, Summary, April 2011. Hatchery Review Team, Pacific Region. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Portland, Oregon

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Healthy fisheries and waters are the foundation of America’s outdoor traditions and give us the freedom to fish, boat, and enjoy the benefits of outdoor recreation. The Fish and Aquatic Conservation programs work with states, tribes, and communities to provide a comprehensive approach to freshwater...
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