Oregon dredging on the Umpqua

[Grivy]

is it still ok to dredge the Umpqua where we had the DEF rally thanks

[libertydave]

My understanding is that all motorized mechanical mining (including dredging) within Oregon streams and rivers is prohibited. Maybe others can provided a broader interpretation of Oregon regulations.

Liberty Dave

[Jim_Alaska]

In Oregon you can dredge on streams that are NOT ESH (essential salmon habitat). But there are not too many of those that have recoverable gold.

[libertydave]

Hi Jim,

How about prospecting using manual methods (panning, sluicing) or small motor powered high-bankers (such as a Gold Hog Piglet)?

Liberty Dave

[Jim_Alaska]

Internet forums are not the best place for legal advice. The best I can do is to suggest you call ODEQ and ask them. That way you are covered and won't mistakenly get in trouble.

[Joe S (AK)]

I heartedly agree with Jim - ALSO - Record all the details [u]and name(s)[/u] given as your source(s) because it could end up being one of those awful "He said, She said" kinds of things. Better to work from a position of power than not, eh!

Joe,
"The Never Dredged in Oregon Guy"
.......... (Of course, t'ain't my first bureaucratic rodeo, neitherwise).