§82-1454.

§82-1454.
   
   A. It is recognized by the Legislature that an effective program for
   preserving the scenic beauty of the free-flowing streams and rivers
   designated as "scenic river areas" necessarily involves the
   cooperation and support of the people in the operating areas of
   designated "scenic river areas", as well as the people using the
   "scenic river areas", and the agencies of state government
   administering these areas.
   
   B. The primary purpose of the Scenic Rivers Act is to encourage the
   preservation of the areas designated as "scenic river areas" in their
   natural scenic state.
   
   C. In order to assist in the public use and enjoyment of such areas,
   any Scenic Rivers Commission, the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation
   Department and the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission may
   acquire, develop and maintain public access points, easements or park
   areas in or near "scenic river areas". Such acquisitions shall be by
   private treaty only, and the use of the power of eminent domain for
   these purposes is specifically prohibited by the Scenic Rivers Act.