LAKEPORT, Calif. — The city of Lakeport said it is planning to shut down its Third Street boat ramp because of low water conditions on Monday, the same day that construction will begin on a new parking project.
While the Third Street launch will be closed, the Fifth Street launch will remain open and continue to be monitored, city officials reported.
Officials said the depth at the end of the Third Street ramp is -3.6 feet Rumsey, the special measure used for Clear Lake, while the Fifth Street launch is -5.3 feet Rumsey, making it the deepest public ramp in the county.
City Manager Kevin Ingram told Lake County News that this is the first time the Third Street ramp has been closed due to low water since it was built in 1984.
The city also reported that the Waterfront Parking Rehabilitation Project will begin on Monday.
Argonaut Constructors has contracted with the city to construct the project. Work includes water line replacement, storm drain upgrades, curb, gutter, sidewalk and the reconstruction and paving of the parking lot between Third and Fifth streets.
The first phase of construction will include utility and concrete work in sections of the parking lot for minimal disruptions to the parking areas.
Temporary lane closures, vehicle and pedestrian detours will be implemented at various stages of the project.
The parking area will be closed from Sept. 20 to Oct. 8 to allow for the complete reconstruction and paving of the parking lot.
Some portions of work will be completed at night to minimize the impact on traffic.
The project’s estimated completion date is Nov. 17.
For more information, contact the Lakeport Public Works Department at 707-263-3578.