Summary
Wake boats filling ballast tanks would be limited to the wide main body of the lake, kept 200 feet from shore and docks, and only allowed with ballast while actively wakeboarding or surfing. Residents and fishermen have complained about large wakes damaging shorelines and structures.
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Last discussed Jun 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct cost; enforcement will fall to police and lake inspectors.
Lakefront property owners, docks, fishermen and anyone tired of huge wakes rocking the lake.
Wake boat enthusiasts lose access to narrow coves and shorter stretches for wake surfing.
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