And the good news is...Lake Berryessa is opening up!
This is the plan that was announced by Reclamation today.
1. The Reopening plan is based on safe access to the lake (ROADS and Caltrans), concession contractors being ready to open logistically, and safety of the Recreation areas and lake.
2. Putting out Floating toilets, Land/Lake Assessment, Staffing, hazard tree removal, power outages, pole and line replacement (PG&E).
3. October 23- CONCESSION AREAS - Slip rental access and use, boat rentals (including Lake Berryessa Boat and Jet Ski Rentals), boat Launching, Day Use Sites.
October 24-RECLAMATION AREAS- Capell Launch Ramp, South Oak Shores, Eticuera, Pope Bridge Parking lot, dispersed areas.
October 30- CONCESSIONS- Camping, Cabins
4. COVID- Recreation sites opening still under the guidance from the State/Napa County Health officer.
5. Napa County MPA - Working on a possible extension for SF and Steele until Napa has the ability to manage.
6. Steele Canyon ?The boat slips are being demolished The docks are in poor condition and have sustained some damage, if Suntex is extended they plan to replace them.
7. Putah Canyon new contract - This is a 10 year contract to allow more time to invest and upgraded facilities..... includes Partial hookups for RV (electricity), Royal Elk Management is looking into the possibility
of a self contained fueling system on land, boat slips, a store and additional amenities.
8. Reclamation Managed Areas not opening due to safety concerns (tree hazards) - North Oak Shores, Smittle Creek.
9. Boat slip access is approved currently by appointment only with the concession man