It is the objective of the State that water classifications provide for the protection and propagation of fish, shellfish and wildlife, and for recreation in and on the water, and take into account the use and value of public water supplies, propagation of fish, shellfish and wildlife, recreation in and on the water, and agricultural, industrial and other purposes, including navigation.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 6 § 609.1