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Marine Fisheries Division, N.H. Fish and Game Department -- Who We Are
The Marine Fisheries Division was established by RSA 211:65. The Division is responsible for the regulation and promotion of both recreational and commercial marine fishing in the salt waters of the state. State waters include all waters within 3 miles of the coastline. The area between 3 and 200 miles of shore is under the jurisdiction of the Federal government. The Division conducts scientific investigations to monitor marine resources and habitat as well as the harvest of fishery resources within state waters. The Division also participates with other states, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and the Northeast Fishery Management Council to manage stocks throughout their range.
Waters within three miles of the New Hampshire coast provide essential spawning and nursery habitat for many species. Organisms that utilize the inshore waters during at least part of their life cycle include anadromous and catadromous fish such as smelt, American shad, blueback herring, alewife, and American eel. Coastal migratory fish such as striped bass, mackerel, and bluefish frequent NH’s waters. Fish and shellfish common to, and residents of, the inshore water includes winter flounder, American oyster, soft-shell clam, blue mussel, and American lobster. Commercially harvested species found in NH include Atlantic cod, haddock, pollock, and silver hake. Marine mammals such as harbor seals and various whale species can also be seen.
Winnicut River Dam Removal Project – The Winnicut River dam is a head-of-tide dam owned by NH Fish and Game with an associated Canadian step-weir fish ladder. Due to dam safety inspections and fish passage issues for anadromous fish, a feasibility study was conducted to determine the best course of action to improve fish passage and general ecological functions of a natural flowing river system. As part of the study, an archaeological survey was completed to identify the cultural and historical significance of the dam and surrounding area.
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