GAINESVILLE, GA — Today, Representative Andrew Clyde (GA-09) released the following statement after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) confirmed only 11 recreational sites on Lake Lanier operated by the USACE will be temporarily closed ahead of Memorial Day weekend, down from the previously planned 21 closures. Additionally, no boat ramps within open sites will be impacted by closures.

 

“Upon being informed about the park and boat ramp closures on Tuesday, I pressed the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to reach a more acceptable solution to safely increase access to sites on Lake Lanier,” said Clyde. “I’m pleased that more Lake Lanier boat ramps will be open, and only 11 recreational sites will be temporarily closed. This is a significant improvement from the previously planned total of 21 site closures, expanding residents and visitors’ safe access to parks. I encourage folks to plan ahead accordingly, stay safe, and enjoy Memorial Day weekend on Lake Lanier.”

 

Background

 

Earlier this week, 21 federal parks on Lake Lanier were closed due to staffing shortages and safety concerns. Following outreach from Rep. Clyde, the Army Corps provided additional rangers to safely open more boat ramps and additional recreational sites on Lake Lanier.

 

Additional information on the temporary closures is available on the USACE’s website HERE.