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STATEMENT BY JOHN B. GRAY 



population in or adjacent to the Port Angeles area. 

 Competent scientists tell us that the propagation of 

 commercial species of oysters is not feasible in water 

 temperatures encountered in this area. The absence of 

 extensive tidal flats also makes this area unsulted for 

 oyster culture. 



11. Although we are not aware of any 

 present use of the salt waters under consideration for 

 industrial water supply, a possible future use for in- 

 dustrial cooling purposes does exist. We know of no 

 evidence to indicate that existing water quality would 

 in any manner adversely affect such use. 



"12. As to the growth and propagation of 

 fish and other aquatic life, we are unaware of any 

 evidence that indicates this use suffers any adverse 

 effect under present conditions. The extensive research data 

 available to us certainly does not support any such as- 

 sumption. 



"13. The recreational uses of the local 

 waters have been significantly developed. There is ex- 

 tensive boating and the waters both inside and outside 

 the harbor are internationally famous for the sport fishing 

 and skin diving opportunities they offer. None of these 

 uses has been impaired by Industrial waste discharge. 



