AGFC lowering Grand Lake to facilitate construction of weir

EUDORA - The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will begin lowering the level in Grand Lake the first week of June in preparation of a new weir to be placed in its drainage structure.

The lake will be drawn down slowly to facilitate construction of the weir. Once in place, the weir will keep the water level of Grand Lake at a constant level and can be adjusted for minor water level changes in the future.

AGFC fisheries biologist Diana Andrews said, “We’re waiting until June to draw the lake down, so the spawn will not be affected.

“Some of the boat ramps may be out of the water during the drawdown,” Andrews continued, “So anglers should prepare for a little more work to launch their boats than usual. But this temporary inconvenience will result in a better lake for years to come.”

For more information, contact the AGFC’s Southeast Regional Office at 1-877-367-3559.