As used in ORS 274.376 to 274.388: (1) Abandoned structure means a structure that has been left without authorization on, under or over state-owned submerged or submersible lands. (2) Derelict structure means a structure that is on, under or over state-owned submerged or submersible lands and that is: (a) Sunk or in imminent danger of sinking due to its dilapidated condition; (b) Obstructing a waterway; (c) Endangering life or property; or (d) In dilapidated condition such that it is in danger of becoming an environmental hazard. (3) Marine debris means any manufactured or processed solid material, or a boat, as defined in ORS 830.700, that is no longer capable of being used as a means of transportation on the water due to its dilapidated condition, that: (a) Persists in the marine environment; and (b) Is disposed of or abandoned, either with intention or unintentionally, in or in close proximity to any waters of which the submersible or submerged lands belong to the State of Oregon. (4) Owner means a person who has a property interest in a structure.
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