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Releases Impact Lake Yankton

&Ldquo;The river has gotten so high that, even at 150,000 cfs, (it) was higher than Lake Yankton,”  said Dave Becker of the Corps. “Once it got higher than Lake Yankton, it started backfilling and filling Lake Yankton. That has been going on probably since the releases got to 145,000 cfs. Now that we are at 155,000 cfs today and are going to 160,000 cfs tomorrow that will probably raise the level of Lake Yankton perhaps another foot.” “What we are looking at is, ‘For public safety what should we do?’” Ledbetter said. “We have not made that decision yet. We are looking at the river based on what we expect for the 160,000 cfs. We have marked a point where we believe it will be. Based on that, Chief White Crane will still be accessible (by Toe Road.)” “Fishing along Lake Yankton shouldn’t be a problem, but parking may become an issue,” Ledbetter said. “We did close the handicap fishing dock on Lake Yankton (Tuesday), as well as the beach playground. We are just keeping an eye on the levels at the beach. There is still sand, and the parking is unaffected at the beach at this point.” “Lake Yankton is going to go another foot higher than it was at 150,000 cfs, and that is going to affect the recreation,” Becker said. “Missouri river fish are going to continue to be able to swim into Lake Yankton. Lake Yankton has been a pretty closely regulated fishery for years, and both states and the hatchery really worked to turn that into a nice fishery. We hope that when this is all said and done, it still is.” “You go down there, and it just doesn’t seem real,” he said. “It is weird seeing this, and it will be just as weird when the water goes down to see what is left. (Facilities) were not designed for this  extreme event and we hope they weather this just fine, because they are great facilities. You just can’t snap your fingers to re-create these facilities because it does take time and money.

Camping with the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers near Bardwell Lake ...

There are two U.S. Army Corps of Engineers camping facilities near Belton and Bardwell Lake  Within both of the facilities there are numerous campgrounds offering a variety of activities. Lets take a look at what is available for your camping enjoyment.

Bardwell Lake Facility - Located 35 miles southeast of Dallas. Bardwell Lake is a 3500 acre surface lake with 25 miles of shoreline south of Ennis Texas.

Highview Campground- Located 1.7 miles northeast of  Bardwell.  This site offers 39 sites with water electricity, 21 of which have 50amp service. There is a night exit, and can accommodate RV’s up to 65 ft. in length.  This campground has showers, boat launch, restrooms, a marina and fishing pier.  There is a two night minimum stay on weekends and three nights on holidays.    This campground is open all year. Mott Campground- This campground is located 1 mile northeast of  Bardwell.  It has a picnic shelter for up to 100 people and group camping for the same.   There are 40 sites, 33 of which have electricity and water and 14 pull through sites.  This campground offers showers, a boat launch, handicap access, a marina, and a swimming beach.  The RV length is 65.  There is a two night minimum stay on weekend and three on holidays.   It is open from April 1st  through September 30th. Waxahachie Creek Campground- Located 1.2 miles northeast and then travel northwest.  There is a picnic shelter that can accommodates up to 200 people and group camping.   A night time exit is provided and boat rentals are nearby.  There are 76 sites, 73 with water and electric, 14 pull through, 1 tent only site.   This campground also offers showers, restrooms, boat launch, hiking and nature trails.  It is open all year.

Belton Lake :  This facility is located 5 miles  north of Belton, TX. 

Cedar Ridge Campground- This campground is two miles northwest of Belton.  There are two picnic shelters accommodating up to 80 people.  There are 68 sites with water and electricity, 2 pull through sites,  37 sites with 50 amp, 49 handicap sites, 1 double site and 8 screened shelters. This campground offers  showers, basketball courts, boat launch, hiking trails, laundry facilities, a marina, fishing pier, playground and a swimming beach. Iron Bridge Campground- This site is 9 miles from Belton.  There are 5 sites all of which are free.  It has bike trails, a boat launch, and picnic area.

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