Red River Waterway Comission To Open Boat Ramps

*PRESS RELEASE*

Natchitoches, Louisiana … The Red River Waterway Commission has begun the process of reopening the public boat ramps on the Red River now that water levels have started to recede. These include the ramps in Red River, Natchitoches, Grant, Rapides, and Avoyelles Parish.

Boat ramps have been closed to the public for an extended time due to extremely high water levels which led to area flooding.

The Red River Waterway Commission began cleaning and making repairs last week. Boaters should use caution when launching into the current and be highly aware of obstacles such as trees and sandbars while navigating the river.

Additional cleaning and repairs on the docks may be necessary to accommodate the launching process. Boaters may experience delays in launching caused by temporary closures of the ramps during these periods. Cooperation from boaters is appreciated during the clean-up efforts.

The Red River Waterway Commission observes defined river stages within its district to determine the status of public boat ramps. For more information about these trigger points and the latest updates on boat ramps, visit the website at www.redriverwaterway.com.