LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Lake Mead officers say they’re “actively working” on a short lived launch web site north of Hemenway Harbor.
That might deliver a little bit of reduction to boaters who’re bracing for lengthy strains as a mission to increase the ramp at Hemenway nears, set to start on Monday, June 2.
An announcement on social media Wednesday afternoon dropped the information of the choice web site. “Details on this new location will be announced soon. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to maintain access to the lake while enhancing visitor experience,” in response to a Fb publish.
A personal Fb web page dedicated to boating on the lake has had some posts criticizing the Nationwide Park Service (NPS) for clogging visitors at Hemenway simply because the busy season arrives. Others have shared details about ramps which might be used much less often, similar to Temple Bar on the Arizona aspect of the lake.
NPS defined what is going on on at Hemenway earlier this month, and has posed an online web page devoted to the mission right here: https://www.nps.gov/lake/planyourvisit/hemenway-harbor-boat-launch-extension-project-summer-2025.htm
“Hemenway Harbor is Lake Mead NRA’s most popular and heavily utilized launch ramp and is closest to the Las Vegas metro area. This construction project directly contributes to accomplishing the outcomes detailed in the Sustainable Low Water Access Plan (the Plan) and Environmental Assessment’s (EA). Specifically, the selected preferred alternative for Hemenway Harbor will allow LAKE to extend the launch ramp down to approximately 1,000 feet to maintain recreational opportunities and concessions services in the area,” in response to the web site.
Ramps and companies can be found at Callville Bay, Echo Bay, Temple Bar and South Cove. Additionally, ramps can be found at Lake Mohave at Cottonwood Cove and Katherine Touchdown.
