Studies
Lower Snake River Recreation Study
In the 2024 state budget, RCO was directed to assess the impact to recreation if the Lower Snake River dams were breached. RCO is working on the study with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, examining current uses and potential future uses. The study is under review by the Army Corps for compliance with the Presidential Memoranda of June 12, 2025. For questions or more information about the study, please contact Ben Donatelle, RCO policy specialist.
Proposed Rule and Policy Change
Seeking Public Comment
RCO is seeking comments on proposed changes to Manual 9: Boating Facilities Program. These changes relate to the grant limits for local agencies, worksite request limits for multisite projects, and other updates and alignments. Background and proposed changes can be found in the Public Comment Package. Comments can be submitted using this web form.
Public comment will close on March 9 at 11:59 p.m. Questions about the proposed policy changes can be directed to Nick Norton, policy and planning specialist.
Emergency Rules
None at this time.