FORT PECK, Mont. (NMB) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will be improving access to the Bonetrail low water boat ramp on the north side of Fort Peck Lake, 60 miles west of Fort Peck.
Throughout this week, trucks will be hauling gravel from a stockpile at the top of Bonetrail Road down to the reservoir. This is a single lane road with few pull outs. Drivers are urged to look ahead and use caution.
Elevated lake levels since 2011 caused the lower ends of many boat ramps to become covered in silt making it difficult or impossible to launch a boat as water recedes. USACE will work throughout the summer to retain public reservoir access as water levels change.
Certain Fort Peck boat ramps are expected to retain good boat access during 2022 with minimal maintenance, including: Fort Peck Marina, Duck Creek Fishing Access Site, Pines, Rock Creek Fishing Access Site Low Water Ramp. Recreationists are encouraged to check local conditions prior to their visit.
Boat ramp elevations around Fort Peck can be referenced online; however, current access may be limited due to silt deposits (https://www.nwd-mr.usace.army.mil/rcc/reports/ftpkramps.html). Current lake elevations can be found online for comparison: https://www.nwd-mr.usace.army.mil/…/MRBWM_River_Daily.pdf
Before traveling, confirm access conditions with USACE or the local marina. Questions may be directed to the Fort Peck Project office at (406) 526-3411. Maintenance updates also will be posted on the Fort Peck Dam and Lake Facebook page (@USACEFortPeck).
