BOATING INFORMATION

USE of Wake Boats: Best Practices

PLM guidelines to mitigate adverse effects to our lake:
Waves decrease in size the longer they travel. Therefore, PLM recommends operation of wake boats at least 500 ft from shore whenever possible.

Studies conducted on different wake boat models suggest that thrust (depending on the trim angle) will typically reach a depth of ~12 feet.  PLM recommends that wake boats be operated in depths greater than 12 ft whenever possible.

When using wakeboats on BWL it is important to note that our lake has unique bathymetry with shallow submerged islands offshore. Native plants that grow on these submerged islands become uprooted by wake boats. When this happens, the uprooted vegetation form floating mats that wash up along shore creating a nuisance for residents. Therefore, even if you are “offshore” please be aware of these shallow areas and avoid when possible.

Please be aware of potential effects on our lake and adapt your  boating practices to minimize impacts.

BWL Lake Ecology and Safe Boating

Let’s continue to enjoy our lake waters safely and responsibly!