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May 12, 2017
Lake Toho Boat Lock Closing Amid Dry Conditions
Water levels are too low for safe navigation
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| Shoaling is a navigation hazard. |
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WHAT:
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission requested the South Florida Water Management District close the S-61 Boat Lock because of navigational safety concerns. The S-61 e
nables boating navigation between Lake Tohopekaliga and Cypress Lake via the C-35 Canal in Osceola County.
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WHEN:
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Closure is effective 7:30 p.m., Sunday, May 14.
The lock will reopen when conditions allow for safe navigation.
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WHO:
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For more information and updates, contact Bill Graf at (407) 858-6100 Ext. 3837, or at
wgraf@sfwmd.gov.
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Media Contact:
William Graf |
wgraf@sfwmd.gov
| Office: 407-858-6100, ext. 3837 | Cell: 352-516-5436
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The South Florida Water Management District is a regional governmental agency that manages the water resources in the southern part of the state. It is the oldest and largest of the state's five water management districts. Our mission is to protect South Florida's water resources by balancing and improving flood control, water supply, water quality and natural systems.
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