Fall Lake Drawdown - info from Russ Weldon
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO MERRYMEETING LAKE RESIDENTS
THE LAKE WATER LEVEL WILL BE LOWERED ANOTHER 1-2 FEET (4 feet in total) IN PREPARATION OF THE RAMP REPAIRS. THIS WILL BEGIN SEPTEMBER 30TH. THE STATE LAUNCH WILL BE CLOSING OCTOBER 10, 2010 FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RAMP.
As of October 2, 2010 the marina launch will be closing and the docks will be removed for the season shortly after.
As of October 10, 2010, the state launch will be closed as well.
We have already seen some prop damage, and as the water level drops the problems will increase. (Rocks on the props, and interferring with getting in and out of your docks, boats getting stuck on lifts, too much scope on moorings, unable to get enough water for loading boats onto the trailers)
In preparation of the expected low water issues, the marina is offering a discount for boats removed by September 10, 2010. I know this appears to be an early date, however we can’t guarantee that there will be enough water on the ramps for SAFE removal of boats.
On a positive note we did have great summer weather which may lessen the impact of an early fall wrap up.
The boat yard and the ramp access may be closed as early as October 3, 2010, anyone who was planning to pick their boats up for self storage would need to pick them up early.
We hope this helps you prepare for the fall season. If you have any questions please call the marina 603-859-2000.
ND Road Closure notices - Culvert replacements
Starting August 9th, several road closures will take place over the next few months to replace culverts. Details here.
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