In accordance with their Ivan Lake Management Plan, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has scheduled a drawdown of Ivan Lake in Bossier Parish to boost lake fertility, allow for bottom oxidation, and to control aquatic vegetation.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has agreed to open the water control structure on or about July 17. The lake should dewater at a rate of 4 to 6 inches per day until it reaches a target level of 5 feet below pool stage. LDWF will closely monitor water levels during the drawdown period. The drawdown gate will be closed on Oct. 16, 2023, to allow the lake to refill in time for part of waterfowl season and early spring fishing. During the drawdown period, the boat ramp will be unavailable for use.
The management plan was updated in January 2023 and is available online at: https://www.wlf.
