Fishing to close on Black River in Grays Harbor, Thurston counties

August 7, 2015

August 7, 2015

Fishing to close on Black River
in Grays Harbor, Thurston counties

Action: Closes Black River within Grays Harbor and Thurston counties.

Effective Dates: Aug. 12, 2015 until further notice.

Species affected: All species.

Location: Black River from the mouth upstream to Black Lake.

Reason for action: Low stream flows, increased water temperatures, and higher potential encounter rates subject these fish to stress, injury, or death.

Information Contact: Chad Herring, Region 6 Area Biologist 360-249 -1299.

Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on definitions and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

Request this information in an alternative format or language at wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation, 833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.