Devils Lake Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Update
As many lake residents may recall, grass carp were once used to control the overgrowth of submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) in Devils Lake. However, most if not all of the sterile planted grass carp have died since the latest planting in 1993. Current State regulations prevent the re-introduction of these fish as a biological control in Devils Lake. Recent monitoring suggests some SAV regrowth has begun, primarily in shallower areas where sunlight reaches the bottom of the lake. DLWID is currently working on an SAV plan which will outline options to manage submerged aquatic plants in the greater lake area. In addition, DLWID will be posting an updated Aquatic Plant Survey later this fall which will re-evaluate SAV volume and locations. Currently, property owners may maintain shoreline and areas around their in-water structures (docks, lifts, and boathouses).
The State of Oregon through the Department of State Lands owns and regulates the bottom of Devils Lake. Regulations allow for maintenance of in water property which includes control of SAV using approved methods that do not remove or place fill in the water. The most effective approved methods include but are not limited to: mechanical harvesting boats which cut the vegetation and remove it from the water, weed cutting rakes, water blades, and weed rollers. In the upcoming months DLWID will be posting information and resources regarding SAV, please check www.dlwid.org and our social media outlets for the latest updates.
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DLWID Meeting Announcements Executive Session
The Devils Lake Water Improvement District Board will be holding an Executive Session meeting (per ORS 192.660 (i)) at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday June 5, 2019. This meeting will be held at Oregon Coast Community College, located at 3788 SE High School Dr. in Lincoln City, Oregon. The purpose of this meeting is to hold a review of the...
Watercraft Safety & Awareness Event
Do you, or someone you know, boat on Devils Lake? On Saturday, June 22<sup>nd</sup> from 11 am to 1 pm, there will be a Watercraft Safety & Awareness Program at Regatta Park sponsored by the Devils Lake Water Improvement District. Two Marine Board Deputies will be on hand to provide a demonstration of boat safety and...
5/14/2020 DLWID Budget Committee and Regular Board Meeting
5/14/2020 DLWID Budget Committee and Regular Board Meeting A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Devils Lake Water Improvement District , Lincoln County, Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 will be held online in order to comply with Executive Order # 20-16. The meeting will take...