Post Falls Boat Ramp to Close for Seasonal Maintenance
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Q’emiln Park boat launch ramp, located on the Spokane River in Post Falls, Idaho, is set to close for the season starting Monday, November 11, 2024. This annual closure is a precautionary measure taken due to the onset of winter weather conditions and decreasing water levels.
The boat ramp, situated upstream of Avista’s Post Falls Hydroelectric Development, typically shuts down in mid-November each year. This closure is essential for ensuring the safety of all river users during the fall and winter months when conditions can become hazardous.
While the boat launch will be inaccessible during the colder months, it is expected to reopen in late spring or early summer. The exact timing of the reopening will depend on the inflow levels into Coeur d’Alene Lake, which can vary significantly based on weather patterns and seasonal changes.
Local authorities urge all river users to remain vigilant and exercise caution when navigating the waterways, especially as water levels and conditions around the dam can change unexpectedly. For those needing real-time information on water flow and conditions, Avista provides resources through their website and a dedicated 24-hour telephone information line.
Individuals can access waterflow information at www.myavista.com/waterflow. Additionally, recorded updates are available for shoreline property owners and recreational users, informing them of any fluctuations in lake levels and river flows that may impact their activities on Lake Spokane, the Spokane River, and Coeur d’Alene Lake. For inquiries, residents can call Avista’s information line at (509) 495-8043 in Washington or (208) 769-1357 in Idaho.
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Avista Utilities plays a crucial role in the production, transmission, and distribution of energy across a vast service area. The company provides energy services to approximately 418,000 customers and natural gas to around 382,000 customers, covering a region of 30,000 square miles that includes eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and parts of southern and eastern Oregon. With a total population served of approximately 1.7 million, Avista Utilities is committed to delivering reliable energy solutions.
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