November 04, 2011
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: ITU WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TRIATHLON SATURDAY, EXPECT DELAYS ON NORTHSHORE/LAKESHORE ROADS
LAS VEGAS - The National Park Service is advising visitors to expect delays and exercise caution on park roads on Nov. 5 due to the International Triathlon Union World Championship event. About 1,200 cyclists are participating. Visitors should expect cyclists on the road from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
October 24, 2011
KINGMAN WASH TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR ROAD MAINTENANCE
LAS VEGAS - Kingman Wash Road (approved road 70) located off of US-93 Arizona exit number 2 will be closed this week for road grading. The closure will be in effect from today through Friday, Oct. 28. Visitors will not be able to access to Kingman Wash or Fortification Hill during this closure.
September 15, 2011
TEMPORARY BACKCOUNTRY ROAD CLOSURE SEPT. 20-21 NEAR TEMPLE BAR
TEMPLE BAR, Ariz. - The National Park Service will be temporarily closing approved road (AR) 134 to through traffic Sept. 20-21 at the park boundary. AR 134 also known as Temple Bar Back Road provides access to the White Hills near Temple Bar. Park staff will be installing cattle guards at these points. Visitors who use AR 134 to travel between Temple Bar and Pearce Ferry Road should use alternate routes. The closure will not affect Gregg's Hideout Road (AR 136).
July 08, 2011
SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT AT KATHERINE LANDING TURNS FATAL
BULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. - The National Park Service has identified the man who died as a result of injuries from a Thursday morning single motor vehicle accident as Tylor Krabbe, 20, of Kingman, Ariz. Krabbe and his passenger, a 19-year-old man from Kingman, had been in the park recreating on Lake Mohave. They were leaving the park when the accident occurred on Katherine Landing Access Road sometime between 2:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. Thursday.
July 07, 2011
FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND STATISTICS (JULY 1-4, 2011)
LAS VEGAS - The National Park Service has released visitor statistics for Fourth of July weekend. They encompass visitor use and incident statistics from Friday, July 1 through Monday, July 4 throughout Lake Mead National Recreation Area, which includes both lakes Mead and Mohave.
June 11, 2011
MAN SUFFERS APPARENT HEART ATTACK WHILE JET-SKIING
LAS VEGAS - National Park Service rangers responded at 10 a.m. this morning to a report of a man falling off a jet-ski in the Hemenway Harbor area of Lake Mead. Members of the man's group pulled him out of the water, began CPR and transported him to shore by boat. They were able to pull him out of the water because he was wearing a life jacket.
June 09, 2011
LAKE MEAD BOAT TOUR CONTRACT TO OPEN FOR BID, PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS INVITED TO VISIT SITE ON JUNE 22
LAS VEGAS – The National Park Service is inviting prospective bidders for the Lake Mead Cruises tour operation to attend a site visit on Weds., June 22. The contract prospectus for sightseeing boat tours on Lake Mead within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area will soon be advertised for open competitive bidding.
June 03, 2011
MEDIA ADVISORY: FIRST LEED®-REGISTERED FLOATING GREEN BUILDING TO BE DEDICATED MONDAY
Media availability and public dedication ceremony. Special tours will be available for members of the media. Monday, June 6, 2011. Media availability from 9 a.m to 2 p.m. Public dedication ceremony is at 1 p.m.
June 01, 2011
MISSING LAKE MEAD BOATER PRESUMED DROWNED, IDENTIFIED
LAS VEGAS - The National Park Service has concluded its search and rescue efforts for the missing boater on Lake Mead and will transition to a search and recovery operation tomorrow. The missing man who is now presumed drowned is identified as Ruben Aguirre Martinez, 38, of Las Vegas.
May 31, 2011
RANGERS SEARCHING FOR MISSING BOATER
LAS VEGAS - National Park Service rangers are searching for a missing boater described as a Hispanic male, mid to late thirties from Las Vegas. He has
been missing since about 8 p.m. and was last seen in the water without a
life jacket just outside Callville Bay.
May 31, 2011
SEARCH SUSPENDED FOR THE NIGHT, TO RESUME WEDNESDAY MORNING
LAS VEGAS - The National Park Service has temporarily suspended the search for a Las Vegas man who went missing Tuesday evening in Lake Mead. Park rangers plan on resuming the search tomorrow morning at 6 a.m.
May 25, 2011
FIRST IN NEVADA, FIRST IN THE WORLD: LEED®-REGISTERED FLOATING GREEN BUILDING PROJECT TO BE DEDICATED MONDAY, JUNE 6, AT COTTONWOOD COVE MARINA, LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA
SEARCHLIGHT, Nev. – The National Park Service and Forever Resorts, LLC are dedicating the first floating building project in the world to be registered for LEED® certification on Monday, June 6, at 1 p.m. at Lake Mead National Recreation Area’s Cottonwood Cove Resort and Marina on Lake Mohave. The building, which will serve as the marina’s operations office, is expected to be certified at the LEED® Gold rating. The public is invited.
May 19, 2011
CLICK IT OR TICKET AT LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, SPECIAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT MAY 23-JUN 5
LAS VEGAS – Lake Mead National Recreation Area will join local and national law enforcement officers and highway safety advocates all across the country for the 2011 national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization, May 23-June 5.
May 13, 2011
2011 SUMMER FIRE RESTRICTIONS
No abstract supplied.
April 25, 2011
NPS RELEASES ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR FUTURE USE OF LAKE MEAD LODGE SITE
No abstract supplied.
April 22, 2011
NPS IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO HELP COLLECT NATIVE PLANT SEEDS
No abstract supplied.
April 22, 2011
FEE-FREE NAT'L PARK WEEK ENDS THIS WEEKEND, NPS HOSTS JUNIOR RANGER DAY ACTIVITIES SATURDAY
LAS VEGAS - Saturday and Sunday are the last days to enjoy free entry to Lake Mead National Recreation Area as National Park Week comes to an end. The next fee free day will be June 21, the first day of summer.
April 22, 2011
PARK RANGERS & BOULDER CITY FIREFIGHTERS EXTINGUISH BOAT FIRE
No abstract supplied.
April 14, 2011
NATIONAL PARK WEEK FREE ENTRY STARTS SATURDAY
No abstract supplied.
March 31, 2011
NATIONAL PARK WEEK CELEBRATES HEALTHY PEOPLE, HEALTHY PARKS
No abstract supplied.
March 24, 2011
SHOW YOUR BOATER EDUCATION CARD OR CERTIFICATE AND BOAT FREE AT LAKE MEAD AND LAKE MOHAVE OVER MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
No abstract supplied.
March 11, 2011
HELP REMOVE LITTER AND GET A FREE BOAT TRIP ON LAKE MEAD
LAS VEGAS – The National Park Service is offering free boat rides to remote areas on Lake Mead in exchange for a few hours of volunteer work. Volunteers will enjoy a scenic boat ride and assist park rangers with an environmental cleanup.
March 09, 2011
ST. THOMAS TO CLOSE TEMPORARILY FOR PRESCRIBED FIRE
OVERTON, Nev. - The National Park Service will be conducting a prescribed fire in the area around the historic St. Thomas town site during the week of March 14. The exact date of the burn will be determined next week based on weather conditions.
February 16, 2011
ECHO BAY MARINA FUEL DOCK TEMPORARILY CLOSED
No abstract supplied.
January 10, 2011
HISTORIC LAKE MEAD OVERLOOK TO BE TEMPORARILY CLOSED MONDAY
No abstract supplied.
January 07, 2011
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF HISTORIC ST. THOMAS TOWN SITE
No abstract supplied.
December 20, 2010
LAKE MEAD FEES TO INCREASE JAN 15, BUY 2011 ANNUAL PASSES AT 2010 RATES THROUGH JAN. 14
LAS VEGAS – The director of the National Park Service has approved the increase of entrance and lake use fees at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The new fee schedule will go into effect Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011.
December 17, 2010
$885,000 IN UPGRADES COMING TO LAKE MEAD PICNIC AREAS
No abstract supplied.
December 08, 2010
NPS RELEASES ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PROPOSED EXOTIC PLANT MANAGEMENT PLAN
No abstract supplied.
May 27, 2010
TEMPORARY REDUCTION IN SERVICES AT ECHO BAY JUNE 2-10 CORRECTIONS
No abstract supplied.
May 25, 2010
LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
Boulder City, Nev. - The National Park Service and the National Park Foundation honored the recipients of the 2009 George and Helen Hartzog Awards for Outstanding Volunteer Service at a ceremony May 13 in Washington, DC.
May 25, 2010
TEMPORARY REDUCTION IN SERVICES AT ECHO BAY JUNE 2-10
No abstract supplied.
May 24, 2010
NPS SEEKS PUBLIC COMMENT ON PROPOSED YUMA COVE BACKWATER MAINTENANCE
No abstract supplied.
May 06, 2010
WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT PLAN PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD EXTENDED
No abstract supplied.
April 29, 2010
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS 20100429
April 27, 2010
LAKE MEAD JUNIOR RANGER DAY THIS SATURDAY
LAS VEGAS - Lake Mead National Recreation Area will be celebrating Junior
Ranger Day on Saturday, May 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the Boulder
City Spring Jamboree at its offices located in historic downtown Boulder
City.
April 14, 2010
NPS RELEASES DRAFT WILDERNESS PLAN/ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PUBLIC
No abstract supplied.
April 09, 2010
EXPLORE NATIONAL PARKS AROUND LAS VEGAS FOR FREE APRIL 17-25
No abstract supplied.
April 02, 2010
PUBLIC COMMENT SOUGHT ON PROPOSED RECREATION FEE INCREASES FOR LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA
No abstract supplied.
March 24, 2010
NATIVE AMERICAN PETROGLYPHS VANDALIZED
No abstract supplied.
March 04, 2010
PEARCE FERRY ROAD EXTENSION ANNOUNCED
MEADVIEW, Ariz - The Superintendents of Lake Mead National Recreation Area (Lake Mead NRA) and Grand Canyon National Park announce the March 15th opening of the two-mile extension of the Pearce Ferry Road to the Colorado River.
February 25, 2010
PARK SERVICE IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO HELP COLLECT NATIVE PLANT SEEDS
The National Park Service is looking for community and youth organizations to help park service biologists collect native plant seeds in the Laughlin and Bullhead City areas. Collection will take place from March through May.
February 22, 2010
NEW FIREARMS LAW GOES INTO EFFECT
No abstract supplied.
February 08, 2010
VOLUNTEER FOR GREAT AMERICAN CLEAN UP MARCH 6
No abstract supplied.
February 01, 2010
FOREVER RESORTS TAKES OVER MANAGEMENT OF ECHO BAY MARINA
The National Park Service has awarded Scottsdale, Ariz. based Forever Resorts, LLC a three-year temporary contract to operate concessions at Echo Bay.
January 27, 2010
NPS SEEKS PUBLIC COMMENT ON PROPOSED MEADVIEW RANGER STATION
No abstract supplied.
November 30, 2009
VISITOR CENTER OPEN HOUSE, PARADE OF LIGHTS SATURDAY AT LAKE MEAD
No abstract supplied.
November 11, 2009
SECRETARY SALAZAR ANNOUNCES $16.7 MILLION OF ECONOMIC RECOVERY FUNDING FOR LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA IN NEVADA
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced today that work will begin on a $16.7 million road construction project on National Park Service lands in Southern Nevada under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA).
November 10, 2009
LAKE MEAD WILDERNESS AREAS TO GET MORE ATTENTION
The National Park Service is looking for partners in the community to help restore and protect the park's wilderness areas south of Boulder City.
November 04, 2009
VETERANS DAY FEE-FREE AT LAKE MEAD AND OTHER SOUTHERN NEVADA PUBLIC LANDS
No abstract supplied.
September 21, 2009
SPECIAL EVENTS, ENTRANCE FEES WAIVED THIS SATURDAY AT LAKE MEAD FOR NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
America’s national parks will be celebrating National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 26 with a day of service and celebration by hosting special events and waiving entrance fees.
September 13, 2009
CALIFORNIA MAN DROWNS IN LAKE MOHAVE
The National Park Service with the assistance of divers from Las Vegas Metro Police have recovered the body of Derek Au, 45, of California who drowned this morning in Lake Mohave.
September 06, 2009
19-YEAR-OLD LAS VEGAS MAN DROWNS IN LAKE MOHAVE
The body of a 19-year-old Las Vegas man has been recovered from Lake Mohave after he drowned near Fire Mountain Cove.
September 03, 2009
MORE RANGERS ON DUTY AT LAKE MEAD FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND
The National Park Service is expecting over 100,000 visitors to Lake Mead National Recreation Area over the Labor Day weekend. Park rangers want to remind visitors that a fun time at the lake begins with being safe and responsible
August 29, 2009
BOATING ACCIDENT CLAIMS 22-YEAR-OLD CALIF. WOMAN
A 22-year-old Chino Hills, Calif. woman died this evening after being struck by a boat propeller in Gasoline Alley on Lake Mohave.
August 29, 2009
TWO BROTHERS DROWN IN LAKE MOHAVE COVE
The National Park Service recovered the bodies of two men, brothers ages 33 and 29, from Six Mile Cove on Lake Mohave.
August 22, 2009
LAKE MEAD RANGERS INVESTIGATING THE DEATH OF AN 11-YEAR OLD LAS VEGAS BOY
Park rangers are investigating the cause of death of an 11-year-old Las Vegas boy who died late Thursday night.
August 20, 2009
PARK RANGERS RESPOND TO BOAT EXPLOSION AT CALLVILLE BAY MARINA
National Park Service rangers and firefighters, and Clark County Fire Department responded to a boat explosion at the Callville Bay Marina this evening. Rangers received the report from marina employees at 6 p.m.
August 12, 2009
FINAL SUMMER FEE-FREE WEEKEND AT LAKE MEAD AND LAKE MOHAVE
This weekend is the final of three fee-free weekends at
National Park Service units across the country.
August 12, 2009
LAKE MEAD DUI CHECKPOINTS AUG 15 AND 23
The National Park Service will be conducting sobriety
checkpoints in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area on the following
dates and locations:
August 12, 2009
TOUR HELICOPTER MAKES EMERGENCY LANDING IN LAKE MEAD.
A tour helicopter operated by Sundance Helicopters of Las Vegas
made an emergency landing this evening at Callville Bay in the Lake Mead
National Recreation Area. National Park Service rangers responded at 6:20
p.m.
August 11, 2009
DIVE OPERATIONS SUSPENDED IN SEARCH FOR CALIFORNIA MAN
The National Park Service has suspended dive
operations in the search for Gerardo Escobedo, 50, of Lawndale, Calif. who
drowned Sunday afternoon in Lake Mohave.
August 10, 2009
TOUR HELICOPTER MAKES SAFE EMERGENCY LANDING IN PARK
A tour helicopter from Maverick Helicopters, Inc. made an
emergency landing in Lake Mead National Recreation Area at about 5:40 p.m.
after striking a bird mid-flight.
August 09, 2009
CALIFORNIA MAN PRESUMED DROWNED IN LAKE MOHAVE
The National Park Service has suspended the search
for a missing 50-year-old Lawndale, Calif. man who is presumed drowned in
Lake Mohave.
August 08, 2009
RANGERS RESCUE 6 FROM LAKE MEAD
A Bakersfield, Calif. family is safe after being rescued from
Lake Mead.
August 07, 2009
MARINA OPERATORS UNSUNG HEROES ON THE LAKE
Yesterday's rescue of 6 people from the lake is just one
example of how private marina operators on Lake Mead serve the boating
community.
July 29, 2009
PRESERVE THE BEAUTY OF LAKE MEAD AND LAKE MOHAVE ADOPT A COVE
Lake Mead's 500 animal species need help from the community to
keep their home clean.
July 23, 2009
SECOND SUMMER DUI CHECKPOINT SET FOR SATURDAY AT LAKE MEAD
Park rangers will be conducting a DUI checkpoint this Saturday,
July 25 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
July 23, 2009
JULY 25 DUI CHECKPOINT CANCELED NEXT CHECKPOINT SCHEDULED FOR AUG 15
The DUI checkpoint scheduled for this weekend has been
cancelled.
July 17, 2009
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE CHRISTMAS TREE PASS
Christmas Tree Pass Road (Approved Road 20) will be
temporarily closed to all traffic from Monday, July 20 through Wednesday,
July 23 for road repairs.
July 13, 2009
NEVADA TELEPHONE COVE ROAD TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR REPAIRS
The National Park Service has temporarily closed Nevada
Telephone Cove Road (Approved Road 9) from state route 163 to Nevada
Telephone Cove on Lake Mohave in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
July 13, 2009
LAKE MEAD AND LAKE MOHAVE FEE-FREE THIS WEEKEND
This weekend is the second of three fee-free weekends at
National Park Service units across the country.
July 13, 2009
NPS SEEKS PUBLIC COMMENT ON PROPOSED WASTEWATER TREATMENT UPGRADES
The National Park Service is seeking public comment on the
proposed upgrade of wastewater treatment facilities within the Callville
Bay developed area in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
July 07, 2009
DUI CHECKPOINT SET FOR SATURDAY AT LAKE MEAD
Park rangers will be conducting a DUI checkpoint this Saturday,
July 11 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
July 02, 2009
COME TO LAKE MEAD JULY 4 WEEKEND TO COOL OFF, BUT LEAVE YOUR GLASS,
The National Park Services is expecting Lake Mead National
Recreation Area to be busy over the 4th of July holiday.
June 25, 2009
CALIFORNIA MAN PRESUMED DROWNED IN LAKE MEAD
National Park Service rangers suspended the search at about
7:30 p.m. Thursday for a 48-year-old California man who is presumed
drowned.
June 22, 2009
HIKERS NEEDED FOR LAKE MEAD TRAIL TRACKER PROGRAM
The National Park Service is looking for hiking enthusiasts
interested in taking a lead role in protecting trails and monitoring
wildlife and plants in Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
June 09, 2009
NPS RELEASES ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PROPOSED WATER TREATMENT
The National Park Service has released the environmental
assessment for the proposed construction of two new water treatment
facilities at Cottonwood Cove, Nev. and Temple Bar, Ariz. developed areas
in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
June 08, 2009
LAB RESULTS IDENTIFY PRIMARY CAUSE OF LAKE MOHAVE CARP DIE-OFF
Laboratory results received by the Arizona Game and Fish Department report that the Koi Herpes Virus (KHV) is the probable cause of the Lake Mohave carp die-off. The virus doesn't pose a human health hazard.
June 04, 2009
NEW AND EXPERIENCED ANGLERS INVITED TO FREE FISHING DAY EVENT AT LAKE MEAD JUNE 13
The registration for this event will be begin at 7:30 a.m. and the instruction will take place from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more information about this event, please call the Alan Bible Visitor Center at 702-293-8990.
June 03, 2009
BODY OF MAN DROWNED ON MEMORIAL DAY RECOVERED FROM LAKE MOHAVE
BODY OF MAN DROWNED ON MEMORIAL DAY RECOVERED FROM LAKE MOHAVE
June 01, 2009
FEE-FREE FATHER'S DAY WEEKEND AT LAKE MEAD
Park rangers at Lake Mead National Recreation Area are inviting
everyone to take advantage of this summer's first fee-free weekend on
Father's Day weekend, June 20-21.
May 28, 2009
RANGERS RESCUE TWO LAS VEGAS RESIDENTS FROM LAKE MEAD2
RANGERS RESCUE TWO LAS VEGAS RESIDENTS FROM LAKE MEAD
May 27, 2009
SEARCH FOR MISSING MAN ON LAKE MOHAVE CONTINUES
The National Park Service has suspended dive
operations in the search for the body of John Silva the 42-year-old El
Monte resident that went missing on Monday.
May 27, 2009
Scheduled Marina Closure at Temple Bar May 13-20
SCHEDULED MARINA CLOSURE AT TEMPLE BAR MAY 13-20
May 27, 2009
BOATING ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES TO PROVIDE MEDIA RIDE-ALONGS, LIFE JACKET FASHION SHOW
MEDIA ADVISORY: BOATING ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES TO PROVIDE MEDIA RIDE-ALONGS, LIFE JACKET FASHION SHOW
May 27, 2009
local notice to mariners-chart correction
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS - CHART CORRECTION
May 27, 2009
National Parks - The Place to be for Family Fun this Summer
National Parks - The Place to be for Family Fun this Summer
May 27, 2009
RANGERS RESCUE TWO LAS VEGAS RESIDENTS FROM LAKE MEAD
RANGERS RESCUE TWO LAS VEGAS RESIDENTS FROM LAKE MEAD
May 25, 2009
TWO DIE ON LAKE MOHAVE OVER HOLIDAY WEEKEND
The National Park Service suspended the search for John Silva, age 42, of El Monte, Calif.
May 21, 2009
DEAD CARP WASH UP ON LAKE MOHAVE BEACHES
The National Park Service is advising Memorial Day visitors to Lake Mohave to expect an unpleasant odor and to see dead carp on beaches.
May 01, 2009
NPS TO BEGIN BILLING FOR AMBULANCE TRANSPORTS AT LAKE MEAD
This summer season Lake Mead National Recreation Area will
begin billing for transporting patients in National Park Service
ambulances.
April 24, 2009
Lake Mead News Clips for April 24
Lake Mead News Clips for April 24
April 23, 2009
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE TO BEGIN $20 MILLION WILLOW BEACH PROJECT
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE TO BEGIN $20 MILLION WILLOW BEACH PROJECT
April 23, 2009
RECOVERY ACT PROJECTS FOR LAKE MEAD NRA
RECOVERY ACT PROJECTS FOR LAKE MEAD NRA
April 23, 2009
SCHEDULE MARINA CLOSURES
SCHEDULE MARINA CLOSURES
April 23, 2009
NPS AND LAKE MEAD ATTRACTIONS ADJUST TO REDUCED LAKE LEVELS
NPS AND LAKE MEAD ATTRACTIONS ADJUST TO REDUCED LAKE LEVELS
April 15, 2009
LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA TO CELEBRATE JUNIOR RANGER DAY AND NATIONAL PARK WEEK
LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA TO CELEBRATE JUNIOR RANGER DAY AND NATIONAL PARK WEEK
April 15, 2009
BACKCOUNTRY ROAD CLOSURES EXTENDED FOR NINE MILE COVE AND NELLIS COVE AREAS
BACKCOUNTRY ROAD CLOSURES EXTENDED FOR NINE MILE COVE AND NELLIS COVE AREAS
April 10, 2009
Flowers of the Lake Mead Region
Flowers of the Lake Mead Region
April 10, 2009
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT TO CAUSE DELAYS ON CABINSITE ROAD NEAR KATHERINE LANDING
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT TO CAUSE DELAYS ON CABINSITE ROAD NEAR KATHERINE LANDING
April 10, 2009
LAKE MOHAVE ROAD CLOSURES
LAKE MOHAVE ROAD CLOSURES
April 10, 2009
Lake Mead News Clips for Apr 6
Lake Mead News Clips for Apr. 6
April 02, 2009
LAKE MOHAVE ACCESS ROAD CLOSURES FROM APR 2-9
LAKE MOHAVE ACCESS ROAD CLOSURES FROM APR 2-9
April 02, 2009
APRIL FISHING REPORT
APRIL FISHING REPORT
April 02, 2009
FOREVER HOUSEBOATS OFFER FAMILIES A UNIQUE VACATION
FOREVER HOUSEBOATS OFFER FAMILIES A UNIQUE VACATION
March 26, 2009
KATHERINE LANDING FISH CLEANER NOW OPEN
KATHERINE LANDING FISH CLEANER NOW OPEN
March 26, 2009
BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS TO MAKE SHORT FILMS ABOUT LAKE MEAD
BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS TO MAKE SHORT FILMS ABOUT LAKE MEAD
March 19, 2009
FISHING REPORT
Fishing Report
March 04, 2009
Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge Now Open To The Public
MOAPA, NV… The U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced today, the Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge will be open to the public
February 11, 2009
ST. THOMAS ROAD CLOSED
St. Thomas Road Closed
February 05, 2009
LAKE MEAD PROVES POPULAR DURING ECONOMIC DOWNTURN
LAS VEGAS - The National Park Service has reported visitation to Lake Mead National Recreation Area
February 03, 2009
Katherine Landing fish cleaner out of service
Katherine Landing fish cleaner out of service.
February 03, 2009
NPS seeks public comment on proposed water treatment facilities
NPS seeks public comment on proposed water treatment facilities.
January 21, 2009
Temporary closure- Government Wash
Temporary closure- Government Wash
January 12, 2009
Two men missing on Lake Mohave, search suspended for the evening
Two men missing on Lake Mohave, search suspended for the evening
January 12, 2009
One body recovered, search continues for other Pahrump man missing on Lake Mohave
One body recovered, search continues for other Pahrump man missing on Lake Mohave
January 12, 2009
Second body found of Lake Mohave
Second body found on Lake Mohave
January 12, 2009
Boaters identified in Lake Mohave deaths
Boaters identified in Lake Mohave deaths
December 19, 2008
LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS
Local notice to mariners.
December 19, 2008
Lake Mead rangers rescue Las Vegas men
Lake Mead rangers rescue Las Vegas men
November 18, 2008
Lake Mead fall victim identified
Lake Mead fall victim identified
November 06, 2008
Lake Mead National Recreation Area to use twitter.com for incident news
Lake Mead National Recreation Area to use twitter.com for incident news
November 04, 2008
National Parks America Tour comes to Lake Mead
National Parks America Tour comes to Lake Mead
November 04, 2008
NPS volunteer recognized for lifetime achievement
NPS volunteer recognized for lifetime achievement
November 04, 2008
NPS to waive entrance fees for vets and military on Veteran's Day, park attractions to offer Veteran's Day discounts
NPS to waive entrance fees for vets and military on Veteran's Day, park attractions to offer Veteran's Day discounts
October 27, 2008
GREEN AND BLUE: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND US COAST GUARD AUXILIARY JOIN
Volunteers of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary have been
assisting boaters on Lakes Mead and Mohave for decades.
October 08, 2008
19-year-old Bullhead City man dies of apparent drowning in Lake Mohave
19-year-old Bullhead City man dies of apparent drowning in Lake Mohave
October 02, 2008
Resource agency Rangers team up to clean Lake Mead, volunteers needed for
Resource agency Rangers team up to clean Lake Mead, volunteers needed for
Oct. 4 clean-up.
September 30, 2008
Public Imput Sought for Cottonwood Cove and Katherine Landing Development Plans
No abstract supplied.
September 25, 2008
Controlled burns for tamarisk control to take place Friday and Monday
Controlled burns for tamarisk contol to take place Friday and Monday
September 24, 2008
NPS to waive fees for Lake Mead and Lake Mohave this Saturday
Fees waived this Saturday for Lakes Mead and Mohave
September 17, 2008
Public Comment Invited, Environmental Assesment and Master Plan Released for Lake Mead National Recreation Area Headquarters and Warehouse Facilities
The National Park Service (NPS) has released the master plan and environmental assessment for its facilities located in Boulder City, Nev.
September 17, 2008
New Willow Beach Fishing Pier to Officially Open at Public Ceremony
Willow Beach, Ariz. – The National Park Service and Arizona State Parks will celebrate the opening of the new fishing pier at Willow Beach during a ceremony to be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008.
August 13, 2008
Local At-Risk Youth Spend The Day With Lake Mead Rangers
Boulder City, Nev. – Twelve teens, all from the Spring Mountain Youth Camp, spent the day with park rangers from the Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
August 08, 2008
Segment of River Mountain Loop Trail to Close for One Month
Segment of River Mountain Loop Trail to Close for One Month
July 18, 2008
Notice to Mariners - Changes in Aids to Navigation Hemenway Harbor
Changes in aids to navigation for Hemenway Harbor.
July 15, 2008
Temporary Closure of a Segment of the River Mountain Loop Trail
Temporary closure of a small section of the River Mountain Loop Trail.
July 15, 2008
Notice to Mariners - Changes in Aids to Navigation Las Vegas Wash Area of Lake Mead
Notice to Mariners – Changes in Aids to Navigation
Las Vegas Wash Area of Lake Mead
May 31, 2008
NPS Reissues Permits for Limited Escorted Technical Diving At the B-29 Superfortress Bomber Submerged Site 27-08
The National Park Service has awarded two companies limited Commercial Use Authorizations (CUAs)
May 31, 2008
Free Fishing Day Activities - Saturday, June 14 At Lake Mead National Recreation Area 28-08
The National Park Service, the Nevada Department of Wildlife, the Bureau of Reclamation, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas
May 30, 2008
22-Year-Old Male Mexican Citizen Dies While Swimming at Lake Mohave 25-08
A 22-year-old Mexican citizen, Adolfo Conchas-Rodriguez, died while swimming at the Cottonwood Cove swim beach yesterday.
May 29, 2008
Onboard Weather Forecasting Class for Boaters this Saturday at Lake Mead Marina Complex, 10 a.m. to 12 noon 24-08
The Las Vegas Sail & Power Squadron is hosting a series of monthly boating safety classes at the Lake Mead Complex of the Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina.
May 22, 2008
National Park Service Engine Reports Small Fire at Lake Mead Marina Complex (Part of Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina) 23-08
At about 6:30 a.m. this morning, employees of the Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina observed a fire on the Lake Mead Marina portion of their 1,350-slip marina.
May 22, 2008
National Park Service Engine Reports Small Fire at Lake Mead Marina Complex (Part of Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina) 22-08 Update
2:00 p.m. update:
Investigators confirmed the owner of the boat (that is believed to be where the fire started this morning) was not on the vessel.
May 21, 2008
National Park Service Engine Assists U.S. Forest Service at Mr. Potosi 22-08
At 4 a.m. this morning, National Park Service Wildland Fire Engine Crew 7361
May 16, 2008
National Park Service Seeks Volunteers for Seed Collection 20-08
The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking volunteers to help collect seeds from blooming blackbrush plants at Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
May 15, 2008
Fire Restrictions at Lake Mead National Recreation Area 19-08
Fire restrictions in effect at Lake Mead National Recreation Area are necessary to prevent wildfires during this period of extended drought and increased potential for wildfires in Nevada and Arizona.
May 13, 2008
Temporary Closure of Saddle Cove Road for SNWA Third Intake Construction Activities 16-08
No abstract supplied.
April 08, 2008
Cottonwood Cove Developed Area on Lake Mohave Reopened Today 12-08
The Cottonwood Cove developed area on Lake Mohave reopened at about 1:30 p.m. today after being closed for more than a week due to a water system failure.
March 31, 2008
Emergency Closure at Cottonwood Cove
NPS Rangers are evacuating visitors from the Cottonwood Cove developed area at Lake Mead National Recreation Area because of a water system failure.
March 27, 2008
Temporary One-Day Closure of Callville Bay Launch Ramp Monday, March 31, 2008 8-08
There will be a temporary one-day closure of the Callville Bay boat launch ramp on Monday, March 31, 2008
March 03, 2008
Two Fatalities at Lake Mead 6-08
At about 4:40 p.m., Friday, February 29, an emergency call came into the National Park Service (NPS) Dispatch Center reporting a boating accident near the Swallow Cove area of Lake Mead.
February 06, 2008
Lake Mead Marina to Move to Hemenway Harbor and Become Part of Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina 2-08
The Lake Mead Marina will be moving out of Boulder Harbor because of continued lowering water levels on Lake Mead.
January 21, 2008
Special Diving Restriction Extended on Lake Mead 1-08
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Superintendent William K. Dickinson announced the extension of the diving restriction of the portion of the Lower Overton Arm until January 21, 2009
December 12, 2007
Master Plan and Environmental Assessment Being Prepared for the NPS Headquarters and Warehouse Sites 55-07
The National Park Service (NPS) is in the process of preparing a Master Plan for the NPS Headquarters and Warehouse sites for Lake Mead National Recreation Area in Boulder City, Nevada.
December 05, 2007
Prescribed Fire at Rogers Spring Scheduled for Friday, December 7 54-07
National Park Service (NPS) fire personnel will conduct a prescribed burn on about four acres near Rogers Spring.
December 03, 2007
Temporary Closure of Overton Beach Launch Ramp 53-07
The National Park Service announces the temporary closure of the Overton Beach Launch Ramp during the month of December 2007.
October 04, 2007
Holiday Activities at Lake Mead National Recreation Area Includes Activities at Lakes Mead and Mohave 48-07
The 31st Annual Lake Mead Parade of Lights will be held at 6 p.m., Saturday, December 1, in the Boulder Basin area of Lake Mead.
September 25, 2007
Lake Mead National Recreation Area to Waive Entrance Fee On National Public Lands Day this Saturday 45-07
All National Park Service sites, including Lake Mead National Recreation Area, will offer free visitor admission on September 29 for National Public Lands Day.
September 20, 2007
Kay Rohde, Chief Interpretive Ranger At Lake Mead NRA to Retire on September 30 44-07
Longtime National Park Service Ranger Kay Rohde, currently the Chief of Interpretation at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, will retire with 31 years of service on September 30, 2007.
September 20, 2007
Search Continues for Missing Windsurfer Who Disappeared Last Night During High Wind Conditions 43-07
NPS Rangers have resumed the search for a 39-year-old North Las Vegas man named Erus O’Connor Matanguihan, who was last seen windsurfing without a personal flotation device at 5:30 p.m. last night.
September 17, 2007
National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on WWII Japanese-American Confinement Sites 42-07
The National Park Service is seeking public comments on draft criteria that will guide a multi-million dollar federal program to conserve and maintain World War II – era Japanese American confinement sites.
August 23, 2007
Centennial Proposals Eligible for Matching Funds At Lake Mead National Recreation Area 41-07
No abstract supplied.
August 09, 2007
National Park Service (NPS) and Partners will Hold an Operating Under the Influence (OUI) Checkpoint at Lake Mead on August 25, 2007 40-07
On Saturday, August 25, 2007, NPS Rangers, will conduct an OUI (commonly referred to as a DUI - driving while under the influence)
August 07, 2007
National Park Service Begins Work on 17.4-Mile Section of the 35-Mile River Mountains Loop Trail 39-07
The National Park Service has begun work on the 35-mile River Mountains Loop Trail.
July 31, 2007
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Honors All Rangers On World Ranger Day, July 31, 2007 38-07
The National Park Service, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, joins hundreds of other parks around the world honoring its rangers
July 27, 2007
Damage Caused by Recent Summer Storm Events at Lake Mead National Recreation Area 37-07
The National Park Service is reporting damage to some park roads and parking areas caused by recent isolated summer storm cells at Lake Mead NRA. The following areas have been affected
July 24, 2007
Environmental Assessment for Establishing Government Boating Repair Facility and Aids to Navigation Complex at Lake Mead NRA 36-07
No abstract supplied.
July 23, 2007
NPS Releases Official Information Regarding Body Found July 21 at Lake Mead National Recreation Area 34-07
The National Park Service dispatch center received a call at 12:21 p.m., Saturday, July 21.
July 23, 2007
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Announces Record of Decisions for the Systems Conveyance and Operations Program 35-07
Superintendent William Dickinson is announcing the Record of Decision for Systems Conveyance and Operations Program (SCOP) has been signed by the National Park Service.
July 09, 2007
NPS Opens B-29 Site to Escorted Technical Divers for Six-Month Trial Period 33-07
The National Park Service has awarded two companies limited Commercial Use Authorizations (CUAs) for guided technical scuba diving at the B-29 site
July 07, 2007
A 33-Year-Old Man from Atlanta, Georgia Dies on Lake Mohave 32-07
At about 3 p.m. this afternoon (Saturday, July 7), an emergency call came into the National Park Service (NPS) Dispatch Center on Marine Band Emergency Channel 16.
June 27, 2007
Notice to Mariners – Changes in Aids to Navigation Overton Arm Area of Lake Mead 31-07
Lake Mead Recreation Area Superintendent William K Dickenson announces changes to Aids to Navigation in the Overton Arm area of Lake Mead.
June 20, 2007
Identities of Two Men Swept Away in the Las Vegas Wash June 17 Have Been Approved for Release by the Clark County Coroner 30-07
The name of the victim that was swept away as he tried to cross the wash has been identified as Samuel Rosales, a 42-year-old Las Vegas man.
June 18, 2007
Search Continues for Two Missing MenCarried Away by Swift Water in Las Vegas Wash 29-07
Search Continues for Two Missing Men
Carried Away by Swift Water in Las Vegas Wash
June 14, 2007
Notice to Mariners Changes in Aids to Navigation Las Vegas Wash Area of Lake Mead 27-07
Lake Mead Recreation Area Superintendent William K Dickenson announces changes to Aids to Navigation in the Las Vegas Wash area of Lake Mead.
June 14, 2007
Fatality at Lake Mead National Recreation Area 28-07
At about 5p.m., tonight (Thursday, June 14), the National Park Service Dispatch Center received an emergency call about an injured 25-year-old male.
June 11, 2007
Notice to Mariners Changes in Overton Arm and Iceberg Reef in Gregg Basin Areas of Lake Mead 26-07
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Superintendent William K. Dickinson announced the following changes to Aids to Navigation in the Overton Arm of Lake Mead
June 03, 2007
Fatality at Lake Mead National Recreation Area 25-07
At about 6:30 p.m., tonight (Sunday, June 3), the National Park Service Dispatch Center received an emergency call about a possible drowning at the Special Events Beach.
June 02, 2007
National Park Service Fire Crews to Conduct Small Prescribed Brush Pile Fire Near Lake Mead Fish Hatchery 24-07
On Saturday, June 2, NPS fire crews will conduct a small prescribed fire near the Lake Mead Fish Hatchery
May 24, 2007
Vessel Explosion at Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina Four Adult Males Injured 23-07
At about 5:00 p.m. today, the NPS Dispatch Center received a report of a vessel explosion and request for medical assistance from employees at the Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina.
May 22, 2007
National Park Service Fire Crews to Conduct Several Small Prescribed Fires Of Brush Piles on Nevada and Arizona Sides of Lake Mead NRA 22-07
The week of May 21, NPS fire crews will conduct several small prescribed fires, burning piles of brush that were gathered by various work crews.
May 15, 2007
Fire Restrictions at Lake Mead National Recreation Area 20-07
Fire restrictions in effect at Lake Mead National Recreation Area are necessary to prevent wildfires
April 16, 2007
Applications Available Online for Qualified Businesses to Apply to Provide Guided Technical Scuba Diving Services for the B-29 Site 17-07
The National Park Service announces the availability of a limited number (2) of Commercial Use Authorizations (CUAs) for a trial period of guided technical scuba diving at the B-29 site in the Overton Arm of Lake Mead National Recreation Area
March 23, 2007
Public Input Sought on National Park Service Centennial Initiative 14-07
On August 25, 2006, the 90th anniversary of the National Park Service, President Bush announced the National Park Service Centennial Initiative.
March 02, 2007
Divers Help Invited 11-07
Recreational scuba divers are invited to report their sightings of quagga and zebra mussels to a website collecting information on the spread of these invasive equipment-fouling bivalves west of the Mississippi River.
March 02, 2007
Environmental Assessment for Echo Bay Upgrade 12-07
William K. Dickinson, Superintendent, has announced the release of an environmental assessment to evaluate a proposal to upgrade the existing power servicing the Echo Bay developed area within Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
February 15, 2007
The National Park Service Announces Location of Submerged PBY Catalina Aircraft for Technical Divers to Explore and Enjoy 10-07
The National Park Service (NPS) announces the location of a submerged PBY Catalina flying boat that crashed into Lake Mead in 1949.
February 02, 2007
Overton Beach Marina to Begin Move February 2 Temporary Closure of Area Commonly Referred to as The Narrows 12 noon to 6 p.m., Saturday, February 3. 7-07
The Overton Beach Marina is scheduled to begin moving from the Overton Arm of Lake Mead to the existing marinas operated by Forever Resorts at Callville Bay and Temple Bar.
February 02, 2007
Tamarisk Control Projects Scheduled in Black Canyon 8-07
The National Park Service will conduct tamarisk control downstream from Hoover Dam in two canyons on the Nevada side of Black Canyon February 6-12, 2007.
January 30, 2007
Narrows Closure
Pursuant to the authority vested in me as Superintendent, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, National Park Service, I hereby declare that portion of Lake Mead commonly referred to as “The Narrows” from shoreline to shoreline beginning at the eastern longitude of 114° 39’ 1” and latitude 36° 7’ 49.5” to western longitude of 114° 32’ 54.2” and latitude 36° 9’ 3.7”, to be closed to all boat traffic, fishing, and other public use during an emergency marina relocation operation.
January 30, 2007
Overton Beach Marina to Begin Move January 31 Temporary Closure of Area Commonly Referred to as The Narrows 12 noon to 6 p.m., Friday, February 2. 6-07
The Overton Beach Marina is scheduled to begin moving from the Overton Arm of Lake Mead to the existing marinas operated by Forever Resorts at Callville Bay and Temple Bar.
January 23, 2007
Special Diving Restriction Extended on Lake Mead 4-07
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Superintendent William K. Dickinson announced the extension of the diving restriction of the portion of the Lower Overton Arm until January 21, 2008.
January 22, 2007
Invasive Mussel Update from Lake Mead National Recreation Area 3-07
On Saturday, January 20, NPS divers found live zebra-type mussels known as quagga mussels (Dreissena spp.) at the Katherine Landing Marina on docks and hulls of houseboats.
January 17, 2007
Invasive Mussel Update from Lake Mead National Recreation Area 2-07
Live quagga mussels (a nuisance invasive species closely related to, and commonly referred to as zebra mussels) were discovered in Lake Mead on January 6 at the Las Vegas Boat Harbor marina.
January 17, 2007
New vault toilets to be replaced and installed in several locations throughout the park
New concrete vault toilets will be installed at several locations around the park in January, 2007.
January 10, 2007
Live Zebra Mussels Found at Lake Mead; Resource Agencies Initiate Program to Assess Extent and Prevent Spread 1-07
Live zebra mussels, a nuisance invasive species, were discovered in Lake Mead on Saturday, January 6, by a Las Vegas Boat Harbor marina employee.
January 09, 2007
Hemenway
Hemenway Fishing Pier Closed
December 26, 2006
Overton Beach Impacted by Lowering Lake Levels 65-06
On December 31, 2006, the existing concession contract between the National Park Service and Overton Beach Marina, Inc. will expire.
December 12, 2006
Springs Inventory Underway at Lake Mead NRA
In October 2006, a two-man crew from the Great Basin Institute began surveying the springs in Lake Mead NRA.
November 30, 2006
LMNRA Announces the Release of an Environmental Assessment for Constructing a Third Water Supply Intake at Saddle Island 63-06
William K. Dickinson, Superintendent, Lake Mead National Recreation Area (NRA), has announced the release of the environmental assessment to evaluate a proposal to construct a third water supply intake in Lake Mead.
November 28, 2006
NPS Announces Temporary closure of Kingman Wash 62-06
Temporary Closure of Kingman Wash Road
November 27, 2006
NPS to Conduct Prescribed Fire at Echo Bay 61-06
NPS fire personnel will conduct a prescribed burn on three acres of the sewer lagoons just north of the Echo Bay trailer village.
November 20, 2006
Holiday Activities at Lake Mead National Recreation Area 60-06
The 30th Annual Lake Mead Parade of Lights will be held at 6 p.m., Saturday, December 2, in the Boulder Basin area of Lake Mead.
November 14, 2006
Willow Beach Access Road and Launch Ramp Update Access Road are Reopen 58-06
The Willow Beach Access Road (at about mile marker 13 on Highway 93 in Arizona) and launch ramp were re-opened to the public ahead of schedule Friday, November 3.
October 30, 2006
Willow Beach Access Road and Lower Portal Road to Re-open Saturday, November 4 57-06
The Willow Beach Access Road and Lower Portal Road will reopen on Saturday, November 4.
October 19, 2006
Upgrades to the Primary Power Servicing the Echo Bay Developed Area 55-06
Officials at Lake Mead National Recreation Area are partnering with the Overton Power District to develop options to upgrade the power supply servicing the Echo Bay developed area.
October 16, 2006
Willow Beach Developed Area and Access Road 54-06
The Willow Beach access road (off Highway 93), washed out from flooding in the early morning hours of Saturday, October 14 remains closed.
October 15, 2006
Willow Beach and Access Road Update 53-06
The Willow Beach access road (off Highway 93), washed out from flooding early Saturday, October 14, remains closed at this time.
October 14, 2006
NPS Rangers and Forever Resorts Employees Perform Successful 51-06
NPS Rangers and Forever Resorts concession employees (from Black Canyon/Willow Beach River Adventures), successfully rescued 36 people who were stranded in Black Canyon.
September 28, 2006
NPS, in Partnership with BLM, will Hold Wilderness Management Plan Public Meetings October 3 and 4
No abstract supplied.
September 26, 2006
Rangers Seek Information on Missing 42-Year-Old
On Friday, September 1, 2006, National Park Service (NPS) personnel were notified by the fiancée of Sid Espinoza
September 25, 2006
Environmental Assessment to Evaluate Proposal for New Larger Parking Lot at Echo Bay Developed Area
William K. Dickinson, Superintendent, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, announced the release of the environmental assessment to evaluate a proposal to construct a parking lot at the Echo Bay developed area
September 21, 2006
Moapa Valley Wastewater Improvements
Officials at Lake Mead National Recreation Area have received a proposal from the Clark County Water Reclamation District (CCWRD) to expand the existing sewer system in the lower Moapa Valley
September 20, 2006
Lake Mead National Recreation Area to Waive Entrance Fees
On Saturday, September 30, all entrance fees into Lake Mead National Recreation Area will be waived in honor of the 13th Annual National Public Lands Day.
September 12, 2006
NPS to Move Fishing Pier in Temporary Horsepower Cove Location to
On Wednesday, September 27, NPS maintenance personnel will move the fishing pier that was temporarily relocated to Horsepower Cove in the Hemenway Harbor
September 11, 2006
Lake Mead NRA Announces Prescribed Fire to Take Place
National Park Service (NPS) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) fire personnel will conduct a prescribed burn on up to 580 acres
August 14, 2006
Bullhead City Councilman/Vice-Mayor, Donald Earl Sullivan
At about 1:00 p.m., yesterday, Sunday, August 13, Donald Earl Sullivan of Bullhead City, Arizona died of what appeared to be a heart attack
August 10, 2006
Placer Cove Access Road (NPS Road AR47) to Lake Mohave, Closed Due to Road Damage Sustained in Yesterday’s Flash Flooding
National Park Service Road AR 47, (commonly referred to as the Placer Cove Road and/or the Eldorado Canyon/Nelson Road) has been temporarily closed at the turnoff from the Nelson Access Road.
August 09, 2006
Mary Hinson Selected as Chief Ranger, Lake Mead NRA
Mary Hinson was selected for the Chief Ranger position at Lake Mead National Recreation Area (NRA) on July 9, 2006.
August 09, 2006
43-Year-Old Brooklyn, New York Man Dies at Lake Mead
At 3:17 p.m. a 911 call originating at Lake Mead was routed to the Clark County Fire Dispatch Center.
August 07, 2006
National Park Service (NPS) and Partners will Hold an Operating Under the Influence (OUI) Checkpoint at Lake Mead on August 26, 2006
On Saturday, August 26, 2006, NPS Rangers, will conduct an OUI (commonly referred to as a DUI - driving while under the influence) Checkpoint at Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
August 02, 2006
Current Conditions
Lake Mead has more than 500 miles of shoreline and the current lake elevation is 1,126 vertical feet. The current water temperature is a warm 88 degrees. Lake Mohave has 250 miles of shoreline and the water elevation is 642 vertical feet.
July 31, 2006
Callville Bay Launch Ramp Update
Due to lowering water levels on Lake Mead, the Callville Bay launch ramp currently ends at the water
July 23, 2006
42-Year-Old Las Vegas Man Found Alive After 13-Hour Search
At about 6 a.m. today, the National Park Service Dispatch Center received a call from a friend of 42-year-old George Orozco of Las Vegas.
July 18, 2006
Notice to Mariners Changes in the Temple Basin (Temple Mesa)
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Superintendent William K. Dickinson announced the changes in Aids to Navigation in the Temple Basin area of Lake Mead.
July 07, 2006
Lake Mead NRA Announces Release of Environmental Assessment: Rehabilitation of Northshore Road and Overton Beach and Echo Bay Access Roads Changes in the Boulder Basin (Burro Point)
Superintendent William K. Dickinson has announced the release of an environmental assessment.
June 23, 2006
Notice to Mariners Changes in the Boulder Basin (Burro Point)
Superintendent William K. Dickinson announced the following changes in Aids to Navigation in the Boulder Basin on Lake Mead.
June 21, 2006
Search Continues at Lake Mead for Body of 26-Year-old Las Vegas Man
At about 9:05 p.m. last night the Lake Mead National Recreation Area Dispatch Center received a report that a young man had gone into the water to swim with friends and never returned to shore.
June 21, 2006
Body of Missing 26-Year-Old Man Recovered
At 9:50 a.m., Metro divers recovered the body of the missing 26-year-old Las Vegas man. The divers located the body 45 seconds into their first dive.
June 14, 2006
Current Conditions at Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Lake Mead has more than 500 miles of shoreline and the current lake elevation is 1,129 vertical feet.
June 14, 2006
Lake Mead NRA Chief Ranger Dale Antonich to Retire June 30 with 33 Years of Service
Dale Antonich began his career with the National Park Service as a seasonal park ranger.
June 11, 2006
Two Fatalities at Lake Mead National Recreation Area: 1. Saturday, June 10 - Drowning on Lake Mead 2. Sunday, June 11 - Unknown Cause of Death at Katherine Landing Long-Term Trailer Village
Two Fatalities at Lake Mead National Recreation Area
May 31, 2006
Cottonwood Cove Marina to Offer Free Life Jacket Loaner Program for Kids
The Boat U.S. Foundation’s "Life Jacket Loaner Program For Kids," added Forever Resorts’ Cottonwood Cove Marina to the list of more than 400 locations currently participating in this national program.
May 27, 2006
NPS Rangers and NDOW Wardens Recover Body of 7-Year-Old Girl
At about 5:40 p.m., NPS Dispatchers received a call that rangers were needed at the Boulder Beach
May 27, 2006
Lake Mead: 1. Search Currently Underway for 7-Year-Old Girl Who Fell Off Raft. 2. Body Recovered of Missing 21-Year-Old Man
At about 5:40 p.m., NPS Dispatchers received a call that rangers were needed at the Boulder Beach area of Lake Mead.
May 27, 2006
Saturday Update for Lake Mead NRA Lake Wind Advisory Upgraded to Wind Advisory
The National Park Service and the National Weather Service are issuing a strong warning about the Wind Advisory in effect for Southern Nevada including both Lakes Mead and Mohave.
May 26, 2006
32-Year-Old Los Angeles, California Woman, Laura Ventura, Dies on Lake Mohave (near Princess Cove)
At about 4:04 p.m. today, an emergency call came in on Marine Band Channel 16 that a person was in the water near the Princess Cove area of Lake Mohave
May 25, 2006
Current Conditions at Lake Mead National Recreation Area Launching Update and Forecast
Lake Mead has more than 500 miles of shoreline and the water elevation is 1,132 vertical feet.
May 14, 2006
Update on Weekend Tragedies at Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Today, Sunday, May 14, at about 10:40 a.m., NPS Rangers and the dive team recovered the body of the North Las Vegas teenager
May 14, 2006
16-Year-Old Drowns at Lake Mead National Recreation Area Second Drowning of the Friday – Sunday Weekend
At about 7:15 p.m. last night, a call came into the National Park Service (NPS) dispatch center reporting a possible drowning
May 12, 2006
Apparent Drowning at Lake Mead National Recreation Area 39-Year-Old Male from San Diego, CA
This afternoon at 5:05 p.m., a call came into the National Park Service (NPS) dispatch center reporting a possible drowning at Lake Mead.
May 12, 2006
Fire Restriction at Lake Mead National Recreation Area Monday, May 15, 2006
Due to the abundant growth of grass and brush from the 2005 winter/spring rains, a high fire danger still exists.
May 11, 2006
Restoration Crew Will Rappel Off Cliffs to Clean Graffiti
At about 11:30 a.m., on May 17, 2006, the Lake Mead National Recreation Area will be removing graffiti just south of Placer Cove.
May 09, 2006
Cottonwood Cove Marina Employees Honored by National Park Service
At about 6 p.m. on June 26, 2005, a vessel (with five persons on board) collided at a high rate of speed with the Nevada shoreline.
April 26, 2006
NPS Ranger Ryan Regnell to Receive Valor Award In Washington, D.C., May 4, 2006
In an awards ceremony to be held May 4, 2006, at the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) headquarters in Washington, D.C.
April 06, 2006
Current Conditions at Lake Mead National Recreation Area Launching Update
Lake Mead has more than 500 miles of shoreline and the water elevation is 1,138 vertical feet.
March 31, 2006
Lake Mead NRA Proposes Wireless Telecommunication Facility Plan
Lake Mead (NRA) receives numerous inquiries from wireless telecommunication companies seeking to develop sites within the park to provide cellular phone service.
March 31, 2006
Lake Mead NRA Proposes Implementation of Conservation Agreement and Strategy for Relict Leopard Frog
In July of 2005, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, in cooperation with other federal and state agencies, completed a Conservation Agreement and Strategy (CAS) to protect the relict leopard frog (Rana onca).
March 20, 2006
NPS Cyclic and Federal Highway Road Maintenance Resumes in Lake Mead NRA
The chip/seal project that was started last fall by Hardrives Construction from Billings, Montana, is resuming.
February 21, 2006
Final Note to Editors and News Directors: B-29 Superfortress Media Day at Lake Mead National Recreation Area
On July 21, 1948, a B-29 bomber crashed into Lake Mead while engaged in top-secret research.
February 13, 2006
Note to Editors and News Directors: B-29 Superfortress Media Day at Lake Mead National Recreation Area
National Park Service Submerged Resource Center and Lake Mead National Recreation Area Personnel
January 27, 2006
Special Diving Restriction Extended on Lake Mead
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Superintendent William K. Dickinson announced the extension of the diving restriction of the portion of the Lower Overton Arm until January 20, 2007
January 05, 2006
Notice to Mariners - Changes in the Boulder Basin
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Superintendent William K. Dickinson announced the following changes in Aids to Navigation in the Boulder Basin on Lake Mead.
