| Updated: |
8/21/2007 |
| Description: |
A permit from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is required for any use of explosives in the cause of removing any obstruction in any waters of this state, in constructing any foundations for dams, bridges or other structures, or in carrying on any trade or business.
Water related projects often require multiple permits. Please see Common Water Related Projects for information on other permits that may be required to accomplish your project. |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 509.140
OAR 635-425
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| Duration: |
Specified in the permit |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
None |
| Responsible Agency: |
Fish and Wildlife, Department of |
| Application Form: |
Inwater Blasting Permit Application Form |
| Service Links: |
 OAR 635-425
 In Water Blasting Permit Application
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
1. State Fire Marshall's Certificate of Possesion number
2. location
3. landowner's name
4. purpose
5. affected landowners
6. amount of explosives
7. type of explosives
8. information on fish and wildlife habitat affected
9. compatibility with local land use plan
10. notification of adjacent landowners |
| Additional Information: |
Inwater blasting permits are required by ORS 509.140. Information on application and review procedures are found in OAR's 635-425-0000 through 635-425-0050.
Time Frame:
Major Project - Typically up to 60 days.
Minor Project - Typically up to 35 days.
Emergency Authorization - In emergency situations these deadlines may be waived. |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Fish and Wildlife, Department of |
| E-mail Address: |
ODFW.Info@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-947-6000
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| Mail Address: |
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
3406 Cherry Ave. NE
Salem, OR 97303
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| Website Information: |
http://www.dfw.state.or.us/ |
