All state-owned lands and mineral rights under the Division’s jurisdiction are available for prospecting except:
- (1) Lands and mineral rights classified as containing commercially valuable mineral deposits; and
- (2) Lands reserved for a Natural Area Preserve or otherwise withdrawn from exploration;
- (3) Lands and mineral rights already subject to exclusive permit or lease. State-owned parcels not included in the State Minerals Registry but under the jurisdiction of the Division may be made available for minerals exploration by special arrangement.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 273
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 273.780 - 273.790
History
LB 44, f. & ef. 8-16-77