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.i!., ,.-,.... ':;0.;;;' Proposed Recreation Development The May 1969 report proposed major recreation developments at Arkansas Point and the North Shore Development with smaller support developed areas at Rock Canyon, Boggs Flat and Rock Creek. The areas at Arkansas Point and North Shore were judged to be most affected by this reevaluation. 800,000 visitor days were forecast for the reservoir when initial recreation development was completed. It is now estimated that the Pueblo West development will place an additional use impact of 180,000 visitor days on the reservoir, for a total recreation use of 980,000 visitor days. The North Shore development will receive the greatest use and will be ini'luenced most by the fueblo West proposals. Having a connnon boundary and good access, the North Shore Development will be readily available to the residents of Pueblo West. Early proposals featured a marina, camping, trailer village, picnick- ing and scenic overlooks 'nth concession operated support facilities; a camper supply store, marine supplies, boat rental and moorage space. Emphasis on development Was oriented to the transient visitor travel- ing on U.S. Route 50 about 4 miles to the north. It is judged that this anticipated use is still valid but there will be considerable increases in day use and marina related activities. Additional facilities to satisfy these needs are therefore reconnnended. Major additions include Federal expenditures for a larger marina basin and launching area, fuel dock and sanitary boat facilities, trailer village with laundry and shower facilities, and additional picnic sites and shelters. Space has been allocated for concession managed dry boat storage, a lodge and motel site, if the need is justified and a responsible party has the necessary capital and background for construction and management. A horse trail originating from the Rock Creek livery stable is pro- posed to skirt the reservoir and terminate at the Swallows Fishermen Access Point. This trail will in turn connect with fueblo West's proposals for trails and equestrian center. The May 1969 report at Arkansas Point proposed a headquarters, interpretive complex and a marina area. Facilities consisted of public launching, parking, picnicking, camping and scenic overlooks. Concession built and operated facilities included a restaurant-lounge complex, motel units, nine-hole golf course and marina oriented support services, such as a repair shop, supplies and boat and fuel docks. 2.