Hi swimbikerun
I can respond to your last question, and leave the matter of access to your own personal preferance. We have a group called Deep Creek Volunteers, but I wouldn't describe us as overseers. We have put together a brochure which has been approved by the forestry. Our effort is mainly one of educating visitors about how to maintain the springs so that all can enjoy them. We meet on the last saturday of each month at about one pm at the springs...usually the grassy area under the trees. Our meetings are open to the public and anyone may attend. Hope to meet you there!