Nebraska Game and Parks warns of low water affecting boat ramps this summer
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission on Tuesday warned boaters of low water conditions affecting many reservoirs across the state this summer.
The organization said water elevations and ramp conditions can vary significantly from one reservoir to another and may change from week to week.
People are encouraged to call ahead to state park locations or to area managers for the most current ramp information.
According to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, 79% of the state is experiencing severe drought conditions.
The persistent drought has forced the commission to close several of its managed boat ramps.
Current ramp closures and conditions are available on the Public Access Boating map at OutdoorNebraska.gov/guides-maps/maps.
Observations of changing conditions that affect public boat ramp status can be reported by emailing ngpc.boataccess@nebraska.gov to have the Public Access Boating map updated.
Once on the water, officials said boat operators should be mindful of the increased possibility of underwater hazards during low-water conditions.
