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Demand for private docking sites is reflected in the increasing number of boats registered in San Joaquin County. This is illustrated in Figure .1.. 1. Population: The resident population of the Delta in San Joaquin County is 3, 172, according to the 1975 special Quote Census. Projected population of the area for 1980 and 1990 is 3,093 and 2,942 respectively. Visitor population raises density seasonally. An estimated one million visitor days are spent yearly with the bulk occurring between May and October. Urban development is strictly limited in the Delta through General Plan and Zoning restrictions, however, recreational development may increase due to the high demand to serve public needs. Land use of the area is indicated on Map 4. 2. Delta Master Recreation Plan (1976) : In June 1966, and again in February 1973, the California Resources Agency developed the Sacra- mento-San Joaquin Delta Master Recreation Plans in response to legislation. Both plans declared that a primary state goal for the Delta is to protect and develop the Delta' s scenic, wildlife and recreational resources. Turner Cut is designated as a Multiple Use Area. Definition - Those waterways, or portions of water- ways, which have little or no natural values and moderate to minor scenic values. They may have substantial waterside development and/or generally have sufficient water surface to accommodate a variety of intensive uses. These areas shall be managed and used to protect and further the public trust, restrict inappropriate development in the waterway, and maintain through-navigation. 3. Recreational Activities: Intensive water dependent projects such as boat launching sites, developed boat destination anchorages, fishing access sites and parks support- ing a wider range of activities are appropriate in these areas. All such projects shall ensure that the scenic values of the area are retained with mitigation for vegetation loss. - 12 -