This is Causing Problems for Minnesota Boaters; What Can You Do?
A lack of rain is causing problems for Minnesota boaters this summer. Low water levels are making boat access more difficult and creating prop-wash holes. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has some advice.
The DNR says in a news release, "When water levels drop during extended dry periods, the concrete ramps at boat launches may no longer reach all the way into the water and hazards such as prop-wash holes can become more problematic."
A prop-wash hole is creating when boaters power-load onto their trailer instead of cranking their craft into place. When a trailer is backed further down a launch it can fall into one of these holes.