Several projects aimed at improving boater access in Utah were recently approved for funding and should begin construction in 2024. Many of the statewide projects are in northeastern Utah. One project is parking lot improvements at Big Sand Wash Reservoir. The undeveloped, unstriped parking lot is full to capacity many weekends. In an effort to allow the parking lot to accommodate all users and to decrease issues, the parking lot will be paved and striped. A second project is a new fish-cleaning station at Lucerne Valley Marina on Flaming Gorge Reservoir. This project will include replacing and updating the fish-cleaning station and replacing the sewer line with a new, larger one that can accommodate the frequent use. A third project is a floating trail at the Cedar Springs Marina and boat ramp at Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Using a floating access trail provides boaters with access between existing courtesy docks, floating marina facilities, parking areas and the ramp, regardless of water levels. Finally, there will be an aquatic invasive species prevention station installed at Pelican Lake providing boaters with the tools and information to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Federal funds granted to the DWR by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will cover the majority of the projects’ costs.
