For Immediate Release
February 26, 2010

Contact: Mike Boydstun, Red River Waterway Commission
(318) 352-7446

Red River Waterway Commission re-opening some boat launches

Natchitoches, Louisiana … The Red River Waterway Commission is re-opening several boat launches in the district as the Red River continues to fall. These include the ramps located at Coushatta down to St. Maurice and from Boyce south to Brouillette.

Boat ramps located at the Alexandria Levee Park and the Ben Routh Recreation Area will remain closed for the next few weeks until all the silt is removed. Additionally, the ramps at Montgomery, Red Bayou (near Cloutierville), and Colfax will be closed for a short period to allow operation of the hinge pool at Lock and Dam #3.

The Commission is urging boaters to use caution when launching into the current and be highly aware of obstacles such as trees and sandbars while navigating the river.

As the river levels continue to fall, additional cleaning and repairs on the docks may be necessary to accommodate the launching process. Boaters may experience delays in launching caused by temporary closures of the ramps during these periods. Cooperation from boaters is appreciated during the clean-up efforts.

For more information and updates, call the Red River Waterway Commission at 318-352-7446 or visit the website at www.redriverwaterway.com.

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