Utilities, Sand & Gravel, Sanitary Land Fill, Economics

Utility Lines: There are no major uses of electric power within the Pigeon River Country, and there are no high-voltage transmission lines crossing it. It will be the policy that no transmission lines will be allowed to cross the area.

Scattered throughout but most prevalent on the outer areas, especially in the northeast portion, are over 80 small private ownerships. Electric distribution and telephone lines are in service to many, not to all. If few lines are to be constructed to areas not presently served, they will be buried, according to the Guidelines for Utilities, Pipelines, and Communications Systems on State lands, issued by the DNR. Where possible, routes will follow public roads.

Sand and Gravel: The extraction of surface minerals within the Pigeon River Country will not be allowed. Adequate deposits of sand and gravel are present in nearby locations.

Sanitary Land Fill: The development of sanitary land fills will not be allowed.

Economics: It is not an objective of this plan to maximize economic benefits derived from this area. It is anticipated that implementation of the plan will not adversely affect them. Indirect economic effects of recreation-seeking visitors will be felt both locally and elsewhere. Timber production should increase measurably, as prescribed, intensified cover management is expected to improve vigor, quality and growth of the trees and stands and as cutting is used as a tool to accomplish stated objectives. Oil and gas production will contribute significantly to satisfy public needs.

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