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The
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is the steward of the lands and waters
at Greers Ferry Lake. Its Natural Resources Management Mission is
to manage and conserve those natural resources, consistent with
ecosystem management principles, while providing quality public
outdoor recreation experiences to serve the needs of present and
future generations
In
all aspects of natural and cultural resources management, the Corps
promotes awareness of environmental values and adheres to sound
environmental stewardship, protection, compliance and restoration
practices.
The
Corps manages for long-term public access to, and use of, the natural
resources in cooperation with other Federal, State, and local agencies
as well as the private sector.
The
Corps integrates the management of diverse natural resource components
such as fish, wildlife, forests, wetlands, grasslands, soil, air
and water with the provision of public recreation opportunities.
The Corps conserves natural resources and provides public recreation
opportunities that contribute to the quality of American life.
Updated/Reviewed:
31
Jan 2008
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