The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at West Point Lake would like to remind those who own or lease property adjacent to the reservoir that a permit is required to remove underbrush or conduct any similar activities on public property. Recent incidents involving unauthorized underbrush removal and similar violations on public property at the lake have indicated the need to issue this reminder.
The entire shoreline of the lake is owned by the United States Government, and the Corps is responsible for managing the reservoir and its surrounding, publicly owned land. The property line is well marked, with red stripes painted on trees along the line. At West Point Lake, as well as at many other Corps-managed reservoirs, a shoreline management plan was developed to govern the use of the shoreline by adjacent property owners. This plan was developed with extensive public input and involvement and has been in place ever since the reservoir was built. The plan designates shoreline allocations which govern the types of activities that may be permitted in specific areas, and it specifies these activities and uses. The objective is to promote safe and healthful public use of the shoreline while conserving the lake’s natural resources for current and future generations. Preserving public access to the shoreline and to the lake is a primary objective.
Adjacent property owners or others who have questions regarding the use of public property at West Point Project are asked to contact the Project Management Office at 706-645-2937, and ask to speak to a park ranger.
Maximum Size on Boat Dock Changes (PDF May 7, 2010)
Shoreline Management Plan Part 1 (PDF Intro and pages 1-7)
Shoreline Management Plan Part 2 (PDF Pages 8-21 & Exhibits I-IV)
Shoreline Management Plan Part 3 (PDF Exhibits V-VIII)
Shoreline Management Plan Part 4 (PDF Exhibits IX-XI)
Shoreline Management Plan Part 5 (PDF Exhibits XII-XVI)
Shoreline Management Plan Part 6 (PDF Exhibits XVII-XVIII)