Boat launch maintenance to begin at Lake Martin and Old River-Deer Park

Lake Martin boat launch maintenance to begin on Monday

Repairs will begin Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, at the Lake Martin boat ramp in St. Martin Parish.

The ramp will remain open to users during the duration of the project, which will include the repair of all piers, enhancement of public parking areas, and the construction of a kayak launch for public use.

These repairs were made possible in part due to a partnership between LDWF and St. Martin Parish government.

Old River-Deer Park public boat launch repairs to begin on Tuesday

On Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021, repairs will begin at the Old River-Deer Park boat ramp in Concordia Parish. Repair efforts have been delayed due to continuously high water levels.

The ramp will be closed for the duration of the project. The repairs are projected to be complete in 60 days.

A portion of the concrete ramp will be replaced, sheet piles will be installed and riprap added for erosion control.

The Deer Park Boat Launch is owned by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the repairs are funded through the Sport Fish Restoration Program.