The purposes of this subchapter are to⁠—

(1)  preserve scenic, scientific, historic, cultural, natural, wilderness, watershed, riparian, wildlife, threatened and endangered species, and other values contributing to public enjoyment and biological diversity in the Spring Mountains of Nevada;

(2)  ensure appropriate conservation and management of natural and recreation resources in the Spring Mountains; and

(3)  provide for the development of public recreation opportunities in the Spring Mountains for the enjoyment of present and future generations.