Puget Sound salmon closed area - Area 10 (f)

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Key Information

TYPE
Fisheries Management Area
DESIGNATION
Species Restricted Area
LOCATED IN
WA
USA
AREA
33 km2 MARINE AREA
33 km2 TOTAL AREA i
MANAGED BY
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
LEVEL OF FISHING PROTECTION (LFP)
At least one species- or gear-specific restriction applies (beyond permit requirements or generally applicable restrictions)
DATA SOURCE(S)

Boundary: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (Unmodified)

DATA VERSION

2.0

LAST REVIEWED

November 2023

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Purpose

Areas closed to commercial salmon fishing serve to rebuild dwindling stocks. Recreational fishing opportunities for salmon in Puget Sound have declined in the past two decades. This salmon closure helps to ensure that these fishing opportunities will be restored and rebuilt for the entire Puget Sound.

Species of Concern: Salmon

Regulations Summary

Restrictions

It is unlawful at any time, unless otherwise provided, to take, fish for, or possess salmon taken for commercial purposes with any type of gear from this portion of Puget Sound Salmon Management and Catch Reporting Area 10.

Allowed

This closure does not apply to reef net fishing areas listed in RCW 77.50.050.