Draft EIS/EIR for the San Luis Reservoir SRA Resource ...

4. Plan Overview
Goal WA-E1
• Explore opportunities and actions that can reduce the impacts of waterlevel
fluctuations to help maintain consistent conditions for water-based
users.
Guidelines
• Examine the possibility of removing built-up sediment to maintain water
levels even during times of peak water demand.
• Work with agencies and appropriate groups to explore methods to reduce
and remove weedy vegetation from inhabiting water surfaces.
4.2.5.2 Restriction of Access to Dams and Power Facilities (WA-A)
Recreational use areas are interspersed throughout the Plan Area among a variety
of water operation-related facilities. It is not always clear what areas are open to
the public, and some areas are not secured for nonpublic access. Safety and
security need to be enforced and visitors need to be kept informed of the
importance of adhering to access restrictions.
Goal WA-A1
• Work with agencies to clarify visitor access in all areas, compatible with
state and federal safety and security requirements.
Guidelines
• If public access is to be limited or not permitted, ensure proper signage,
fencing, or other means to convey this information to visitors.
• Identify areas requiring additional security improvements to assist
managers in enforcing access.
• Determine areas where jurisdiction is not clear and define the roles of the
managing agencies.
• Set up standard operating procedures between Reclamation and the
managing agencies to enhance operations and efficiency.
4.3 Management Zones
Management zones are geographic divisions that have distinct physical, social,
and management characteristics. The creation of management zones helps Plan
Area managers to focus activities and facilities in locations that are
environmentally and logistically suitable. Management zones provide a basis for
the direction of the type and intensity of development and use within each area.
Current management zones have been identified for various portions of the Plan
Area. Future zones will vary depending on the alternative selected and the
management actions taken for those alternatives. These zones, and the actions
associated with them, are not intended to provide all activities for all users.
San Luis Reservoir SRA 4-27
Draft RMP/GP and Draft EIS/EIR