Virginia Cave Board

The Virginia Cave Board, originally known as the Virginia Cave Commission, was established by the Virginia General Assembly in 1979.

Objectives

The board aims to:^[1]

Protect the rare, unique and irreplaceable minerals and archaeological resources found in caves.
Protect and maintain cave life.
Protect the natural groundwater flow in caves from water pollution.
Protect the integrity of caves that have unique characteristics or are exemplary natural community types.
Make recommendations to interested state agencies concerning any proposed rule, regulation or administrative policy that directly affects the use and conservation of caves in this Commonwealth.
Study any matters of special concern relating to caves and karst. (Code of Virginia §10.1-1002.B found at Virginia Cave Protection Act)

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