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Lake Lure approves 2027 drawdown schedule to allow sewer repairs, dredging and ramp work
Summary
Council approved a 2027 lake drawdown schedule enabling sewer repairs, ramp and seawall work; contractors must complete work by March 15 to allow flexible refilling during the seasonal window, and the town will only draw down as long as necessary.
Council approved a drawdown schedule for 2027 intended to permit sewer repairs, ramp construction, dredging and seawall work. Town Manager Olivia Stewman said the town will only draw down as long as necessary and that contractors must finish by March 15 to preserve flexibility for refilling the lake.
"Contractors must complete work by March 15 for lake refilling flexibility," Stewman said. The schedule was approved unanimously; town staff said they will closely monitor progress and limit drawdown duration to the minimum required for safety and logistics.
