The water level of Canyon Lake north of Apache Junction will be lowered 54 feet for approximately 16 weeks starting Sept. 16 for critical dam safety inspections and maintenance.
Tonto National Forest will close the lake, including all boat ramps and access points, during this time. Canyon Lake Marina will relocate slips and boats, according to a release from Salt River Project.
SRP and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation lower Canyon Lake for critical dam safety inspections and maintenance once every 20 years.
