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Lake Level and Dam Repairs

03. April 2014 · Write a comment · Categories: Dam, General Information, Update

As many of you are aware, the level of the lake rose swiftly last week due to heavy rains, warm temperatures and snow melt. Even with the dam’s sluice gate wide open for several days before the rain, the lake filled quickly. So what happens next?

Relining of the sluice pipe (reported in the January newsletter) is tentatively scheduled to begin the week of April 14. This date, however, depends on our ability to get the lake back down to winter level. Assuming we attain winter level by April 14th, coffer steel will again be installed in front of the sluice gate to keep water out of the pipe while repairs are being made. The repairs are expected to take about one week.

Many of you who suffered dock damage this winter will have a very short window of opportunity to do dock repairs and any other shoreline projects while the lake is down before the week of April 14th. During the week the sluice pipe is being relined however, we will have no control over the lake level and the water could rise suddenly again depending on rain and flow of the Valatie Kill. Keep an eye on the water level and do your shoreline work as quickly and safely as possible.

Dam Progress Report

06. January 2014 · Write a comment · Categories: Area news, Dam, General Information, Update

Construction for the latest dam repair started on December 3, 2013. The contractor installed a coffer steel dam and de-watered the area in front of the sluice gate. Upon inspection, it was learned that the gasket, which we assumed required replacement, was in fine condition. However, several of the surrounding wedges were missing, which was the root cause of the leaks around the gate. The wedges were replaced and the sluice gate now has a good seal. Although the final tally is not yet in, alternative methods of installing the coffer steel dam for dewatering and replacement of the wedges instead of the entire sluice gate gasket may have reduced the cost of Phase 1 work to less than half of the original estimate.

Once dry, the sluice pipe was inspected and it was determined that the pipe needed to be relined. The contractor is preparing an estimate to reline the sluice pipe. Depending on the estimated cost and funds available in the Dam Reserve Fund, it is hoped that work to reline the sluice pipe and repairs to the dam’s facade can be completed this coming spring. In the meantime, the water level has been returned to its normal winter level. However, the coffer steel dam remains in place, limiting full control of winter water levels.

As mentioned in the October KLC News, there is a potential for more hazardous conditions for people venturing out on the ice this winter. The limited control of the water level below the ice could cause thinner ice. If you are not sure, please stay off the ice.

Help Stop the Spread of Invasive Aquatic Species

26. May 2013 · Write a comment · Categories: Area news, Events, Membership, Update

The Kinderhook Lake Corporation has become aware of the concerns for invasive aquatic species being found in ponds, lakes and rivers throughout the region, and several that are already present in Kinderhook Lake. Some species are so small, you may not see them or realize they are hitching a ride with you on your boat, trailer or fishing gear.

The Corporation is currently evaluating alternative methods to help stop the spread of invasive species entering Kinderhook Lake. Education appears to be the logical first step, along with following some general procedures to help protect our waters. To this end, the KLC has arranged for a presentation on invasive aquatic species by DEC Regional Fisheries Manager, Chris VanMaaren, at our Informational Meeting on June 29th, 10:00 AM at the KLIA Hall. All members, their families and friends are invited to attend. In addition, the link in the right-hand column will take you to a list of general procedures you can follow to help stop invasive aquatic hitchhikers.

Together we hope to make a difference.

Summary of April 2013 Board Meeting

06. May 2013 · Write a comment · Categories: Meeting, Update

A summary of issues discussed at the April 2013 Board Meeting:

  • Financial and membership reports
  • Progress of DEC permit for dam reconstruction
  • Committee selected to monitor dam reconstruction activities
  • Prevention of invasive aquatic species, DEC meeting
  • Review of options to limit lake access at Rose St.
  • Water quality treatments and associated DEC permits
  • June membership meeting agenda, speaker, member notification
  • July 4th events, responsibilities, kayak races added on July 6th
  • Summer picnic / fund raiser, responsibilities

New Lake Guidelines

27. March 2013 · Write a comment · Categories: Membership, Update

In light of recent concerns regarding preserving our fish population, reducing the potential of invasive aquatic species entering the Lake and keeping our Lake enjoyable for all members, the KLC is instituting several new guidelines.

  1. Fishing tournaments will not be permitted on Kinderhook Lake without written permission in advance from the KLC Board of Directors. In addition, all tournament attendees must be current KLC Members. Please contact Russ Camadine at camadinep164@yahoo.com 30 days in advance if you wish to sponsor a fishing tournament.
  2. Launch gate keys are for KLC members only. Please do not share keys with non-members or you risk losing your gate privileges. Remember to lock the gate after every use to prevent non-member access.
  3. In response to member’s suggestions at last summer’s public meetings, the KLC has adopted new “Recreation Guidelines.” The guidelines will be posted at various access points around the lake and can be viewed by clicking the link in the sidebar to the right..

Summary of March 2013 Board Meeting

14. March 2013 · Write a comment · Categories: Meeting, Membership, Update

A summary of issues discussed at the March 2013 Board Meeting:

  • Financial and membership reports
  • Prevention of invasive aquatic species entering the lake
  • Appointment of a new Board member
  • Adoption of Recreation Guidelines and new Launch Site signage
  • Review of upcoming water quality treatments
  • June membership meeting agenda and DEC speaker
  • July 4th events, adding July 5th kayak races
  • Summer picnic / fund raiser
  • NYS Boater Safety Course
  • April newsletter articles
  • Fish stocking

Online Membership Payment System Now Active

15. January 2013 · Write a comment · Categories: Membership, Update

You can now easily pay for your KLC membership, donations, business sponsorship and gate key online from the link on the KLC MEMBERSHIP page. Please email us at klcweb@archman8.com if you have any problems using the new system.

Help Wanted

11. November 2012 · Write a comment · Categories: Newsletter, Update

Authors for Newsletter Articles

The KLC Board of Directors is seeking authored articles and/or suggestions for articles from members, lake residents and the community, for publication in future newsletters, and possibly on the website. Articles and suggestions should be related to the lake and surrounding community, and might include interesting stories about life on and around the lake, lake history, recreation (fishing, boating, skiing, boarding, swimming, diving, etc), activities, water quality, weeds, safety, guidelines, wildlife, shoreline issues, local construction, etc. Please forward your interest in authoring articles and/or suggestions to klcnews@archman8.com, with “Newsletter Articles” in the subject line. Someone will contact you. The KLC Board reserves the right to review, edit and/or determine adequacy for publication of all articles.

Volunteers

The KLC Board of Directors recognizes that in the past they have not done a good job of utilizing those members who have volunteered to help with tasks around the lake. However, at a recent meeting, the Board has made a renewed commitment to call upon volunteers who have expressed interest and, therefore, requests that members continue to check off preferred volunteer activities on the 2013 membership applications or forward an email to klcweb@archman8.com, with “Wish to Volunteer” in the subject line. Someone will contact you. Thank you for your support.

Certified Boating Instructor

The KLC Board of Directors is looking for a Certified NYS Boating Instructor who is willing to volunteer their time to teach a NYS Boater Safety Course for KLC members over the summer. If you or someone you know would be interested in helping, please forward contact information to klcweb@archman8.com, with “Boating Instructor” in the subject line.

Summary of Oct 2012 Board Meeting

05. November 2012 · Write a comment · Categories: Meeting, Update

This is a summary of issues discussed at the October 2012 KLC Board Meeting:

  • Financial and membership reports
  • Review of the KLC’s bylaws and governance procedures
  • Lack of action by DEC related to the KLC’s permit application to inspect and repair the dam sluice gate and outlet pipe
  • How to increase attendance at future membership meetings
  • Renewed commitment to make better use of volunteers to assist the Board in accomplishing its goals
  • Responsibilities for monitoring and managing the sluice gate to control lake levels
  • Responsibilities for publication of future newsletters and distribution of 2013 membership packages
  • Report by Lake Guidelines and Launch Sites Committee
  • Election of Officers

Let the Drawdown Begin

11. October 2012 · Write a comment · Categories: Events, Update

Every year on October 15th, the sluice gate in the dam is fully opened 500+ turns to allow water to drain down the Valatie Kill and Kinderhook Creek until our lake is about 33-inches below the main spillway, about 4.5-feet below average summer levels. This lower depth is permitted by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to protect shorelines and docks from erosion and damage due to winter ice and potential spring flooding from rapid snow-melt and rain. The added benefits of the drawdown are to (1) expose shorelines to freezing temperatures, which kills some of the lake weeds (milfoil and curlyleaf pondweed), and (2) permit residents to cleanup and repair shorelines and docks.

Please remember that burning leaves in the lake bed is not permitted, as doing so adds nutrients for future weed growth. Also, lake residents are urged to clean shorelines in front of and adjacent to their properties and make any necessary repairs to shorelines and docks this fall, as snow-melt and rain can often raise water levels, making access to the lake bed difficult in the spring.

If you haven’t pulled your boats from the lake yet, it’s time to hustle.

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