A bill to establish the Red River Gorge National Park, Ky., to deauthorize the Red River Lake project.
Red River Gorge National Park Act - Establishes the Red River Gorge National Park in Kentucky in order to preserve, for the benefit of present and future generations, the gorge, unique stone arches and natural bridges, unspoiled forests, and other scenic natural wonders.
Transfers specified Federal lands to the Secretary of the Interior for the purpose of this Act. Instructs the Secretary on the administration of the park.
Deauthorizes the Red River Lake Project, under the Flood Control Act of 1962, in recognition of environmental concerns and values concerning the preservation of Red River Gorge.
Directs the Secretary of the Army to study and report to Congress on: (1) alternative means of flood protection along the Red River; and (2) alternative sources of water supply in lieu of that from the proposed Red River Lake.
Authorizes to be appropriated such sums as necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.
Introduced in Senate
Referred to Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs.
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