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Produced by the National Water Safety Congress in 1996, this guide provides a comprehensive framework for planning and managing waterways that support multiple recreational, commercial, and environmental uses. It outlines a step by step planning process, introduces a variety of waterway management techniques, and offers guidance on research, public involvement, conflict resolution, resource protection, carrying capacity, and ongoing monitoring. Developed for waterway planners, boating law administrators, natural resource agencies, and other stakeholders, the guide promotes balanced decision making that improves safety, protects natural resources, and accommodates diverse waterway users.

Keywords

Waterway management, Multiple use waterways, Waterway planning, Recreational boating, Boating safety, Waterway access, Resource protection, Carrying capacity, Waterway conflicts, Public participation, Waterway regulations, Boating law administrators, Waterway planning process, Waterway management techniques, Natural resources, Recreation management, Waterway policy, Waterway safety, Planning guide, Best practices