The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance for NOAA Fisheries' consideration in its deliberations pertaining to development and maintenance of enduring and sustainable high quality saltwater recreational fisheries.
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This opinion considers the effects of all in-water activities, including vessel transit of materials and construction barges, removal and installation of piles, and underwater welding, as well as the associated proposed issuance of an IHA.
This opinion considers the effects of demolition of existing structures and piles, in-water pile driving of steel piles (vibratory and impact), excavation and the placement of fill in marine waters, construction vessel traffic, and support operations.
