Boats removed early from Buckeye Lake in Ohio
9/20/2024 8:44:06 AM
CATEGORIES:
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Society & Public Health
Tourism & Recreation
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Fairfield County, OH
Licking County, OH
Start Date: 8/20/2024
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Buckeye Lake has become even more shallow than usual and was just four to six feet deep in most areas. The lack of rain has left the lake about 15 inches lower than it ought to be. The main part of the lake was still navigable, but the edges and many of the canals where boats dock were not passable. The low water levels were causing people to damage their props. Some have opted to end the boating season early and take their boats out of the lake. The lakefront restaurants and bars were seeing less business, and the marina was not selling as much gas or service.
Spectrum 1 (Columbus, Ohio), Sept 20, 2024
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