May 7, 2020
Updates @ Portage Lakes State Park
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1 Full Time Staff member working in the park.
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New Courtesy Docks and Sidewalks at New Ramp. These improvements were funded through the U.S. Coast Guard Grant and will be a great addition to the popular launch ramp.
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New LED lights have been installed at Old State Park boat ramp. These lights generate 500% more light than the 40+ year old sodium vapor bulbs and save the park over $550 dollars a year in energy costs, totaling a savings of over $6,200 over the next 10 years. The funding was acquired through application and approval of the U.S. Coast Guard Grant funds
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All Speed/Ski Buoys have been placed in both activity areas (Turkeyfoot Lake and East Reservoir).
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Boat swim buoys in Rex Lake have been placed. Cottage Grove boat swim plan to be placed next week along with No Wakes throughout the lakes.
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Dredge Crews have begun to stage equipment in preparation for start in early Summer. The main dredge equipment/pieces will cost approx. $10,000 to be crane lifted/transported/placed at Portage Lakes from Grand Lake St. Mary’s over the next several weeks/months. The crew is excited to start a new project and create improved navigable waterways throughout the lake system.
Canals and Dams
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Final work is to be completed for the ANS Project along the Canal starting next week.
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The installation of a fountain aerator at West Reservoir plunge pool (State Mill Rd.) is being installed by canal staff.
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Working towards eliminating suspicious activities along the Tuscarawas River Feeder canal.