The following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subchapter unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

(1) “Inland bays” shall mean the Rehoboth Bay, Indian River Bay, Indian River and Little Assawoman Bay.

(2) “Waters of exceptional recreational or ecological significance” shall mean waters designated by the State which are important, unique or sensitive from a recreational and/or ecological perspective, but which may or may not have excellent water quality. Such waters shall normally have regional significance with respect to recreational use (fishing, swimming and boating), or have significant or widespread riverine, riparian or wetland natural areas.

68 Del. Laws, c. 121, § ?1;