As some of you may be aware there is a valve that controls the lake level. It is located approximately half way down the dam. For some time this valve has be closed, resulting in a higher lake level. When the the valve being closed was discovered several months ago, it was opened up again, bringing the lake level down to where it is supposed to be.
I am pointing this out to everyone for two reasons:
1. While we all like a high lake level, the lower level is required so undue pressure is not put on the dam. The dam has never been inspected and breach of the dam would be catastrophic to our neighborhood. A conservative approach with the dam is very appropriate. As I mentioned in an earlier post, all of our property values are based upon us having a functioning lake.
2. Higher water levels result in water backing up by the lift station on Pebble Shore Drive. The water backs up under the roadway, and the resulting moisture has contributed to road failure in this area.
If you know anyone who has adjusted the valve, please encourage them to leave it alone. If you happen to notice that the valve is closed, please let me know.
SH
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