Anyone caught driving a motorized vehicle in Canyon Lake parks or on boat ramps managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) could face fines of up to $5,000 and an appearance before a U.S. magistrate in federal court.
USACE’s Fort Worth District issued the warning in a statement today, adding it is beefing up “lake and shoreline” patrols for non-compliance.
The operation and/or parking of a vehicle off authorized roadways is prohibited. Taking any vehicle through, around, or beyond a restrictive sign, recognizable barricade, fence, or traffic control barrier is prohibited.
USACE Canyon Lake Manager Brett Mazey said public operation of vehicles on Corps-managed property must comply with Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations Section 327.
“USACE officials recognize the hardship and disappointment many are feeling due to the ongoing drought conditions at Canyon Lake,” he said. “USACE shares the public’s concern and remains committed to monitoring the situation closely while working with our partners to manage and conserve this vital resource. We understand the desire to access and enjoy the lake, especially during these challenging times.”
USACE owns all of the land surrounding Canyon Lake — which it manages — but leases some of its parks and boat ramps to Comal County and the Water Oriented District of Comal Lake (WORD).
USACE operates Cranes Mill Park, North Park, Little Jacobs Creek Park, Overlook Park, Guadalupe Park and Canyon Lake boat ramps #10, 17, 20 and 21.
All boat ramps are closed.
Overlook Park and the Guadaupe Trail are closed. To check the status of all USACE parks, visit Corps Lakes Gateway. Not all parks are open on weekends or evenings.
Click here for more information about Title 36.
