Environmental
Maine's Shoreland Zoning Act generally prohibits clear-cutting within how many feet of great ponds?
A75 feet
B100 feet
C125 feet✓ Correct
D250 feet
Explanation
Maine's Shoreland Zoning Act requires a 125-foot undisturbed vegetated buffer along great ponds and rivers to protect water quality and aquatic habitat.
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