### Question
How does the law define exceptional resource?


### Answer
Under *43 U.S.C. § 2302*, **exceptional resource** is defined as:

> a resource of scientific, natural, historic, cultural, recreational access and use, or other recreational value that has been documented by a Federal, State, or local governmental authority, and for which there is a compelling need for conservation and protection under the jurisdiction of a Federal agency in order to maintain the resource for the benefit of the public

#### Citation:
  - *43 U.S.C. § 2302*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-FEDERAL LAND TRANSACTION FACILITATION**

