By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the regular meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors on June 16, Conservation Director Brad Halterman provided a departmental update.
“Our camping numbers have been steady. We seem to be getting a lot of usage at our shelter houses, as well,” he said.
Halterman also looked ahead to what he expects to be a busy Fourth of July camping weekend. He noted that with the road project ongoing along Wagon Road (County Road P28), people interested in visiting Nations Bridge Park will be able to do so, but there may be detours, especially for those coming from Stuart around the holiday weekend.
“At the very least, Nations Bridge campground will be open from the north,” Halterman said.
Halterman talked about plans regarding the area between Lenon Mill and the Lake Panorama dam.
“At Lenon Mill, across the city street to the north, there’s an area that belongs to the state DNR. That has become an ever-increasing recreational opportunity area. There are a lot of people that fish over there. There is a makeshift area where canoes and small john boats are putting in,” he said.
“We entered into a 28E agreement with the state to manage that stretch. That means 15 minutes of mowing a week, when we’re down there mowing at Lenon Mill anyway,” Halterman said.
Halterman also noted that he eventually plans to apply for a grant to put in a boat access point in that area. He said it would allow access for emergency equipment if needed.
Supervisor Maggie Armstrong explained that the recent rains somewhat slowed progress on the Wagon Road project. She said there will be a pilot car in one section next week, and later the entire stretch between Monteith Road and Stuart will be closed to through traffic. Armstrong encouraged drivers to check the county website for latest updates on the road project.
The supervisors meet regularly on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The public is welcome to attend in person at the courthouse or via remote technology. To join remotely, call 323-792-6123, then use meeting code 547029216#