Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 58-29-1 - General1.1. Scope. -- This rule is designed for the protection of Jennings Randolph Lake as a natural resource and to provide a pleasant and safe family oriented facility for the enjoyment of water related activities. Jennings Randolph Lake is a U. S. Army Corps of Engineers facility sharing a common boundary between the State of West Virginia and the State of Maryland. The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers has agreed that West Virginia and Maryland have enforcement authority on the project, both the land and the water areas, by being a signatory partner in the Compact found in the West Virginia Code, chapter 29, article 1J ('29-1J-1), with the States of West Virginia and Maryland. The States have agreed to identical boating regulations and to share enforcement responsibilities. A fundamental consideration is preserving an acceptable quality of recreational experience on the Lake while providing for the greatest use consistent with a quality experience and safety for all users.1.2. Purpose. -- The purpose of this rule is to establish joint rules with the State of Maryland and the State of West Virginia on the Jennings Randolph Lake which is situated on the border of both states.1.3. Authority. -- W. Va. Code ''20-1-7(30), 20-7-13, 20-7-22, 20-7-23, and 29-1J-11.4. Filing Date. -- May 20, 1998.1.5. Effective Date. -- May 20, 1998.