S-65E Boat Lock in Okeechobee County will be temporarily closed July 18-31

Special to Lake Okeechobee News

Posted 7/20/23

The S-65E Boat Lock on the Kissimmee River in Okeechobee County will be temporarily closed to navigation...

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S-65E Boat Lock in Okeechobee County will be temporarily closed July 18-31

Posted Thursday, July 20, 2023 7:42 am

Special to Lake Okeechobee News

OKEECHOBEE COUNTY — The S-65E Boat Lock on the Kissimmee River in Okeechobee County will be temporarily closed to navigation starting Tuesday, July 18, 2023. The boat lock is expected to re-open on Monday, July 31, 2023.

To get the latest information on navigation through SFWMD structures and waterways, visit SFWMD.gov/Navigation and follow SFWMD on Facebook and Twitter.

Anglers and boaters may also access local waterways through other public boat ramps. Visit FWC Boat Ramp Finder to find one near you.