Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 79A Public Recreational Lands - Section 79A.60.460 Vessels carrying passengers for hire on whitewater rivers -- Rights-of-way

§ 79A.60.460. Vessels carrying passengers for hire on whitewater rivers -- Rights-of-way

(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, vessels on whitewater rivers proceeding downstream have the right-of-way over vessels proceeding upstream.

(2) In all cases, vessels not under power proceeding downstream on whitewater rivers have the right-of-way over motorized craft underway.

[1993 c 244 § 29; 1986 c 217 § 4. Formerly RCW 88.12.260 and 91.14.030.]

Notes:
     Intent -- 1993 c 244: See note following RCW 79A.60.010.

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