Environmental

Oklahoma's Scenic Rivers Act designates certain rivers including the Illinois River for protection. Real estate near these rivers may be subject to:

AAutomatic state ownership of the banks
BRestricted development activities within the designated scenic river corridor✓ Correct
CHigher property taxes
DOREC environmental impact fees

Explanation

Properties within Oklahoma Scenic River corridors are subject to development restrictions that limit certain activities (oil and gas development, commercial development, wastewater discharge) to preserve the natural and scenic values of designated rivers like the Illinois River.

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