Drought conditions prompt "hoot-owl" fishing restrictions on Mill Creek (Walla Walla County)

August 14, 2015

August 13, 2015

Drought conditions prompt “hoot-owl” fishing restrictions on Mill Creek (Walla Walla Co.)

Action: Mill Creek is closed to fishing from 2:00 p.m. to midnight.

Effective date: Immediately until further notice.

Species affected: All species

Location: Mill Creek (Walla Walla County) from Bennington Dam to State Line

Reason for action: Low water flows and higher than normal water temperatures this summer are creating poor conditions for fish stocks. Mill Creek is closed to fishing from 2:00 p.m. to midnight until water conditions improve.

Information contacts: Chris Donley Regional Fish Program Manager (509) 892- 1001 ext. 307.

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.