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Preamble <br />The following recommendations were developed,by the Missouri River Basin Association <br />and others, throughout the basin as part of a plan to help enhance the economic and environ- <br />mental uses of the.Missouri River. They comprise a portion of an overall river operatingplan <br />for the Missouri the Association is developing. <br />Future Association planning efforts will address strategies for water conservation during <br />below normal runoff years. To maximize benefits for the entire basin, a plan that is directed <br />toward water conservation will help .achieve long -term, reliable flows for navigation; enhance <br />fish, wildlife, and recreational opportunities; assist in maintaining water quality contribute <br />towards a. stable water supply for municipal, agricultural, and industrial uses; benefit hydro- <br />power production; and maintain flood control as an important project purpose. The develop-' <br />ment of such a strategy is a top priority for the Association, and its Directors will address the <br />issue of drought management in its future planning. efforts. - <br />i <br />