GRDA Issues Shoreline Cleanup Statement

Because of the higher elevations of Grand and Hudson lakes, the Grand River Dam Authority Lake Patrol wants to pass along some very important tips for those who are heading to the lakes in the near future:

Be aware of floating debris. Higher lake levels can mean more driftwood and debris floating in the water. Please be on the look out as you are boating.

Stay away from floodgates and spillways. It is possible that floodgates on both Pensacola and Kerr dams will be open during much of the week. Please obey the buoys designating the spillway areas and allow plenty of distance between those locations and your boat.

Do not go into spillway areas below the dams. Please use common sense and stay away from areas below floodgates where water is being released. The swift water can be very dangerous.

Finally, use common sense while boating. The GRDA Lake Patrol reminds you to always play safe on the water, wear your life jacket and follow all boating rules and regulations. For more information, contact the Lake Patrol at (918) 782-9594 or visit the lake patrol link on this website.

Lake shore cleanup:

Reminder: Property owners are welcome to clean up debris (i.e. driftwood, limbs, trash, etc.) littering the shoreline as long as heavy equipment is not used. If the shoreline cleanup will require the use of heavy equipment, the property owner must first contact GRDA Ecosystems Compliance (918 782-3382) prior to initiating any activities.

Editors Note: The statement did not indicate if burning of tree refuse is permitted on the shoreline.