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1 ~ ,... .. :J:'; { . 4399.0), and about 6 miles at top of inactive pool (elevation 4351.0). Surface acres of water attributed to these pools are 14,963, 13,189, and 3,631, respectively. The reservoir width can be expected to fluctuate from about 2.3 miles at top of joint use pool down to a minimum of 1.5 miles, Historic content studies show that reservoir operations would be compatible with recreation activities such as ~icnicking, sightseeing, boating, water skiing, Swimming, hiking, and camping. Excellent access to the site is available to the visitor through a network of state and U. S. Highways. Interstate Highway 80s passes wi thin a few miles south of the dam. The Narrows Reservoir would fill a much needed water-oriented recreation outlet for this region of Colorado. The outdoor recreation opportunities offered at the reservoir would be of state or local significance and therefore the ultimate admini- stering agency should be at the state or local level of government. . No existing or proposed area of the National Park Service or the state would be adversely affected by the proposed project. The four small irrigation reservoirs in the vicinity provide few recreation opportunities because of their severe drawdowns and lack of public lands. The surrounding country at the reservoir is devoid of any special scenic attractions. No actual remains of important historical features were found on a preliminary reconnaissance of the area. An archeological survey by the Smithsonian Institution disclosed campsites which warrant further investigation before project construction. A paleontological survey has not been made, but important remains are not anticipated. The Bureau of Sport Fisheries and Wildlife report, with its recom- mendations, indicates that Narrows Reservoir area would provide 100,000 man-days of fiShing, 62,500 man-days of hunting, and 5,000 man-days of wildlife-oriented recreation annually. An additional 5,000 man-days of stream fishing would be provided by the 5.5-mile river segment downstream from Narrows Dam. Jackson Reservoir would provide 20,000 man-days of fishing and 4,000 man-days of waterfowl hunting. General recreation attendance at the Narrows Reservoir should net about 340,000 visitors annually when the recommended additional recreation land is secured, proper access established, and initial facilities provided. Existing recreation use of the reservoir site is negligible; however, approximately 30,000 visitor days for general recreation are attributed to Jackson Reservoir. This visitation can be continued if the reservoir is maintained at a . 2