Recreational Rivers A classification under the national Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to include those rivers or sections of rivers that are readily accessible by road or railroad that may have some development along their shorelines, and that may have undergone some impoundments or diversions in the past: (1) Timber Production – Timber harvesting would be allowed under standard restrictions to protect the immediate river environment, water quality, scenic, fish and wildlife, or other values. (2) Water Supply – Existing low dams, diversion works, riprap and other minor structures are allowed providing the waterway remains generally natural in appearances. New structures are prohibited. (3) Hydroelectric Power – No development of hydroelectric power facilities is provided. (4) Flood Control – Existing flood control works may be maintained. New structures are prohibited. (5) Mining – Subject to regulations (i.e., 36 CFR 228) that the Secretaries of Agricultural and Interior may prescribe to protect the values of rivers included in the national system, new mining claims and mineral leases could be allowed and existing operations allowed to continue. However, mineral activity must be conducted in a way that minimizes surface disturbances, sedimentation and pollution, and visual impairment. (6) Road Construction – Paralleling roads or railroads could be constructed on one or both riverbanks. There can be several bridge crossings and numerous river access points. (7) Agriculture – Lands may be managed for a full range of agricultural uses, to the extent currently practiced. (8) Recreational Development – Campgrounds and picnic areas may be established close to the river. However, the recreational classification does not require extensive recreational development.. (9) Structures – Small communities and dispersed or cluster residential development are allowed. New structures are allowed for both habitation and for intensive recreation use. (10) Utilities – New transmission lines, gas lines, water lines, etc., are discouraged. Where no reasonable alternative exists, additional or new facilities should be restricted to existing right-of-way. Where new rights-of-ways are indicated, the scenic, recreation, and fish and wildlife values must be evaluated in the selection of the site. (11) Motorized Travel – Motorized travel on land or water may be permitted, prohibited or restricted. Controls will usually be similar to surrounding lands and waters. Also see Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, Wild Rivers, and Scenic Rivers.