GSL Slip Renters and Marina Users. I have now heard back from USGS and have more information on the red dye that will be discharged into the lake. I know some of you have expressed concern whether the dye will stain boats. So here is the updated information. The dye will be released near the shore line where Lee Creek drains into the lake. For those that may not know where Lee Creek is, it is the creek just barely east (bordering) the old Saltair site. If your vessel came in direct contact with the dye right near the discharge it could stain the boat. But this is unlikely to happen since you will not be able to get your boat near Lee Creek due to the Goggins Reef. By the time the dye makes it past the reef the dilution will be such that there will be no risk of staining to the boats. Even if the dye were to make it into the marina itself, it would be so diluted that there will be no risk of staining. So the risk of staining to boats that may sail through a dye plume is minimal. On the other hand, if any of you know how to warn the duck hunters of the dye discharge please let me know. If one of these boaters motors directly into the plume right at Lee Creek there is a risk of staining to their boats. Those hunting at North Canal or Goggins should have no issues. The discharge is scheduled in the window of October 30th to November 4th depending on weather. USGS will let me know of the exact date before the discharge. Hope that helps Harbor Master
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Dave Shearer