Indiana Watercraft Restricted at Certain Noble and Lagrange County Lakes

   04.29.13

Indiana Watercraft Restricted at Certain Noble and Lagrange County Lakes

Lt. Erick Bolt, District Two Commander of Indiana Conservation Officers in Northeastern Indiana, recommended to Indiana Department of Natural Resources Director Robert E. Carter Jr. that due to high water levels on certain lakes in the area, operation of motorized watercraft will have some restrictions until further notice.

Director Carter has signed an emergency order to that effect on the following lakes:

  • Noble County:  Waldron, Steinbarger, Tamarack and Jones.  (NON-MOTORIZED ONLY)
  • Lagrange County:  Dallas, Witmer, Westler, Hackenberg and Messick. (IDLE SPEED ONLY)
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The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is the agency of the U.S. state of Indiana charged with maintaining natural areas such as state parks, state forests, recreation areas, etc. There are many divisions within the DNR and each has a specific role. The DNR is not only responsible for maintaining resource areas but also manages Indiana's fish and wildlife, reclaims coal mine ground, manages forested areas, aids in the management of wildlife on private lands, enforces Indiana's conservation laws, and many other duties not named here. According to the department's website, their mission is "to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education."

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