The Purpose of the Chapter is to promote further understanding of lakes, ponds, reservoirs and impoundments, and their watersheds; the ecosystem of which they are a part; and their protection, restoration and management.
The Objectives of the chapter are:
1. to facilitate the exchange of information on the technical and administrative aspects of lake management;
2. to promote public awareness of lake ecosystems;
3. to encourage public support for national, regional, state and local programs promoting lake management;
4. to provide guidance to public and private agencies involved in or planning lake management activities;
5. to improve the professional status of all persons engaged in any aspect of lake management; and
6. to identify needs and encourage research on lake ecology and watershed management.