corps of engineers

[ricstone]

Do you have to have a permit to detect the beaches at the corps lakes in Missouri? I know you do the state parks, i have that one. Cant get any reply from the corps. Any one know?

[bradsguns]

Here is some actual text from the law regarding the corps of engineers. I would use this as a reference to talk to someone specifically, as it reads fairly vague ("designated", "previously disturbed"..."unless prohibited", etc...
Brad

"Title 36--Parks, Forests, and Public Property
CHAPTER III--U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
PART 327--RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING PUBLIC USE OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS ADMINISTERED BY THE CHIEF OF ENGINEERS

(d) The use of metal detectors is permitted on designated beaches or other previously disturbed areas unless prohibited by the District Commander for reasons of protection of archaeological, historical or pale ontological resources. Specific information regarding metal detector policy and designated use areas is available at the Manager's Office. Items found must be handled in accordance with Sections 327.15 and 327.16 except for non-identifiable items such as coins of value less than $25."

"A violation of the provisions of this regulation (Title 36)shall subject the violator to a fine of not more than $5,000.00 or imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or both."

[ricstone]

Thanks Brad!

[LabradorBob (Missouri)]

Here it is, ceswl-tr@usace.army.mil
or quicker to call at 417 334-4169
They were very friendly when i called and mailed the permit right to me.
all the regulations are on it,and has to be carried on your person at all times detecting there.
must be able to produce it,if asked by an officer.

LabradorBob

[ricstone]

Thanks LabradorBob! I have shot them a email.