New Invasive Mussel Prevention Requirements on Lake Powell
In response to the continued and growing threat of the introduction of quagga and zebra mussels at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, new requirements for Lake Powell boaters will be in effect during the main boating season of 2011.
New Hours October 2011
Current Hours Oct 2011
Wahweap Main 6 AM - 7 PM (MST)
Stateline 6 AM - 7 PM (MST)
Bullfrog 7 AM - 8 PM (MDT)
Halls 7 AM - 5 PM (MDT)
Winter Hours Nov. 1, 2011 to April 1, 2012
Wahweap Main, Bullfrog and Halls Crossing 7 AM - 5PM
Antelope Point and Stateline Ramps CLOSED
WINTER 2010- Spring 2011 Schedule Below:
Self-certification of watercraft is not an option at Wahweap Main and Bullfrog launch ramps. Screening for invasive mussels by trained personnel is mandatory for all vessels. Trained personnel will be available daily for screening during daylight hours from 7:00 AM until 5:00 PM (8 PM on Friday nights) at Wahweap and Bullfrog. Launching will be prohibited outside of these hours. Violators face a mandatory court appearance, up to 6 months in jail, and a $5000 fine. Antelope Point and Stateline ramp will be closed until May 1, 2011. Lone Rock will be closed to launching indefinitely. All boaters must launch at a protected ramp.
Monitoring of boats arriving at Lake Powell will be a collaborative and on-going effort among the partner agencies (NPS has the lead). Restrictions may be modified as the threat of infestation is monitored. Keeping Lake Powell mussel-free is essential to maintaining economic and ecological vitality of the resource, surrounding communities and region.
Boaters are encouraged to continue to help stop the spread of invasive mussels by making sure their vessels and boating equipment are cleaned, drained, and completely dry before moving to a new body of water, make sure that any boats being moved from infested waters to non-infested waters are properly decontaminated prior to launching. We ask for your assistance in this effort by calling (928) 608-6301, or 1-800-582-4531 if you see anyone launching outside the designated hours listed above.
Spring 2011 -
Upon arrival at an entrance both at GCNRA these questions will be asked to those towing boats.
1. "When was the watercraft last in a waterbody outside of Glen Canyon NRA?"
-If more than 30 days ago, then screening is complete - You will be given a Green Mussel Free Certificate and boat may launch.
-If less than 30 days ago, continue to the second question.
2. "In which state did you last use your watercraft?"
If none of the following states, then screening is complete - boat may launch.
East of 100th Meridian or Arizona - Nevada - California - Colorado Utah (Sand Hollw Reservoir)
3. If recently launched in one of the above states, boat requires inspection and/or decontamination.
Boater given a decontamination packet at entrance station and sent to decontamination wash station. Orange coupon is presented to the inspector upon arrival. DO NOT proceed to launch without stopping for inspection and obtaining Certification from the Wash Station.
Inspection will determine if boat must be decontaminated or allowed to launch.
There is no cost for decontamination wash.
Boats arriving with live mussels will be quarantined for at least 18 days following a mandatory decontamination wash at owner's expense.
To avoid inconvenience and expense please wash and dry your boat before arrival. If you dry the boat 7 days in summer (30 days in winter) then you will be issued a mussel free certificate.
Bass Boats must have DRY live wells. Any water in live well triggers a mandatory decontamination. Make sure wells are dry!
Ramps are closed from 5 PM to 7 AM. Booths are now closed. You must find a ramp technician to issue a green certificate prior to launching. Look for a tech at the tops of Main Ramp and/or most often at the decontamination station at Bullfrog and Wahweap. Hours are more restrictive at Halls Crossing and Antelope Point ramps. Find an employee of the Marina to get the required green certificate. Do not launch without it.
PARKWIDE DECONTAMINATION SITE INFO:
Wahweap:
-Sinclair Station, 7am - 7pm
Bullfrog:
-7am - 7pm -Contact - Bullfrog Boat Shop - 435-684-3008
Halls Crossing:
-Halls Top Shop, 8am - 5pm (directions to wash given to the visitor here), 435-684-7007
or Manager on Duty, 435-684-7000
Hite:
-Dry Storage area behind store, 8am - 5pm 435-684-2278
Antelope Point:
-Dry Storage area, 7am - 7pm
-Contact: 928-645-5900 x5028 or cell 928-660-2663
Entrance booth operator will provide directions to the decontamination site.
If no one is available call 928-608-6301 to explain your predicament to NPS Dispatch.
