South Florida – October 10, 2022: Boaters are inspired to train warning on Kissimmee Lake/Kissimmee River (C-38 Canal) attributable to excessive water ranges. Boaters could encounter quickly flowing water and potential submerged hazards. Boaters are suggested to not navigate close to the State Highway 60 Bridge towards the S-65 construction. There are attainable obstructions within the water together with particles and floating vegetation.
Latest rains from Hurricane Ian have elevated regional water ranges. Present gates and navigation locks are getting used to alleviate excessive water situations within the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes.
Navigational Locks
The navigational locks listed under stay closed for public entry till additional discover.
These locks will stay closed till excessive water situations within the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes and Kissimmee River recede.
• Okeechobee/Glades County: S-65E, Kissimmee River
• Okeechobee/Highlands County: S-65D Boat Lock
• Osceola/Polk County: S-65A Boat Lock
• Osceola/Polk County: S-65, Lake Kissimmee
• Osceola County: S-61, Cypress Lake and Lake Tohopekaliga
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Anglers and boaters may additionally entry native waterways by means of different public boat ramps. Go to FWC Boat Ramp Finder to search out one close to you.
