Does the rule affect use of state highways or county roads crossing NFS lands?
A. No. Public roads authorized by a legally documented right-of-way held by a state, county, or other local public road authority are not subject to designation under this rule. N13. Does the rule take away valid existing rights held by federally recognized tribal governments, counties, or private individuals, including treaty rights, other statutory rights, or private rights-of-way? A. No. Responsible officials will recognize valid existing rights in making designations at the local level. N14. How does the rule address use of motor vehicles for timber harvesting, grazing, mining, ski areas, utility line maintenance, firewood collection, and other permitted uses of national forests and grasslands? A. The final rule provides an exemption from the prohibition on motor vehicle use off designated roads and trails and outside designated areas for use specifically authorized under a written authorization issued under federal law or regulation. Motor vehicles may be used off the designated s
