Notice of adoption of emergency rule closing Cooney Reservoir in Carbon County

The Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks has determined the following reasons justify the adoption of an emergency rule closing Cooney Reservoir in Carbon County:

• The Robertson Draw Fire is burning south of Red Lodge, Montana.

• Fire suppression efforts include several aircraft scooping and bucketing water from Cooney Reservoir.

• The closure is necessary so aircraft crews can safely operate and maneuver without potential collisions with recreationists on the lake. The closure is also necessary so recreationists, including those with limited maneuverability, are not subject to potential collision with large, heavy water buckets suspended from helicopters.

The temporary emergency rule is effective June 18, 2021.

 

Related Documents

• Notice of adoption of emergency rule (PDF)

 

Public Comment

Concerned persons are encouraged to submit their comments to the department no later than August 6, 2021

Submit comments along with your name and address to:

Jessica Snyder
Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks
P.O. Box 200701
Helena, MT 59620-0701

or email jesssnyder@mt.gov.