My wife and I made our first visit to Blue Pool a couple of months ago.   I was happy for the access being as a more strenuous hike is hard on damaged knees. 

Physical deterioration in the area is very real. (but very much reversible).    It was not designed to handle a lot of recreation.   My wife, (involved in search and rescue work), was bothered that RG earlier this year still made mention of allowed diving after yet another death.  

I like the access, but the author is right about the state needing to recognize the safety hazards and damage.   As for the pool, it's spectacular and I'd rather not see it filled with beer and urine.

The area needs more on site management.   This is public property and as a member of the public, I'd like the pool to be protected from abuse.   Keep the people coming, but crowds need supervision.