Emergency "No Wake Zone" Enacted on McCook Lake in Union County

 Effective Saturday June 4th at 8:00 A.M.
 A violation of the public waterway restriction is a Class 2 Misdemeanor,
punishable by up to 30 days in jail, a fine of $500 or both. 

Link to " No Wake" News Release 

Link to South Dakota Disaster Recovery Website




Welcome

McCook Lake Recreation Area Association was founded over 50 years ago in 1954. The association works to create and preserve an environment on and around the lake that enhances its residential and recreational uses. The  association is a 501(c) qualified non-profit organization.  Donations to the organization are tax deductable.


    Key components of our mission include: 

      * Improvement of water quality in the chain of lakes and the lakes watershed

      * Safety on the water and roads around the lake

      * Communication among lake residents and with the surrounding community

  What do we do?

* Pump water into the lake

 

* Lake clean-up in June

 

* Fireworks on July 4th 

 

* Admiral's Stag in November

* Christmas food baskets

* Monetary donations to various local organizations 
  (Dakota Valley scholarship fund, Dakota Valley after prom party and various youth and community activities)   

 

 

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     Zebra Mussel Presentation

Mike Smith, the Aquatic Nuisance Species Coordinator and Aquatic Biologist for South Dakota, provided an informative presentation on Zebra Mussels on Novermber 18th, 2010, which was open to the public.  He covered the ecological, biological, economic, and human health impacts the Zebra Mussel could have on McCook Lake. Zebra Mussels are closer than you think as they have been spotted in the Missouri River. Selected slides may be viewed from Mike Smith's Presentation by clicking on the following link; (Presentation Slides)

To learn what you can do to protect our lake, click on the following link: http://www.protectyourwaters.net/ 
11-19-10

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           Dock and Boat Lift Notice  
This year we have had extremely high water levels in our lake and the water does not appear to be dropping much, which could result in high levels throughout the winter months.  If necessary, please take this opportunity to remove or protect any equipment that could be damaged by the ice this winter. 
9-15-10

South Dakota Dock Regulations
The following link provides an overview of the regulations that govern docks in South Dakota. Dock Regulations 

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P.O. Box 1185, McCook Lake, SD 57049


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