Title
The Equity of Distribution of Costs and Benefits in New England Anadromous Fish Programs
Publication Date
1985
Publication Title
Proceedings of the Symposium on Small Hydropower and Fisheries
Start Page
127
End Page
132
Editors
Olson FW;White RG;Hamre RH;
Publication Place
Bethesda, MD
Publisher
American Fisheries Society
Abstract
An examination of the costs and benefits of the Atlantic Salmon Restoration Program and their distribution leads to the conclusion that the current arrangement is neither equitable nor efficacious. It is proposed that it would be fairer and more effective for the government to assume responsibility for fish passages at existing dams, subject to PURPA. While this seems fairer, it may not be politically feasible.
Notes
ISBN 0-913235-37-7