It’s that time of year. The lake draw down per the DEC permit is scheduled to begin on October 1. Typically, the lake level is down considerably after 48 hours so please plan removing water craft from the lake accordingly.
The maximum draw down is 2 feet according to the permit and is managed by the Cortland County Highway Department.
The draw down is intended to limit weed growth near the shoreline as well as allow owners to maintain their property. The timing and maximum draw down are designed to limit the impact on inhabitants in the benthic layer, an important part of the fish food chain.
