NEW - SPEED LIMIT ON EAGLE SPRING LAKE
In March of 2009 the Town of Eagle
adopted a new speed limit ordinance in which limits all boats/watercraft to
a maximum speed limit of 50 mph on Saturdays, Sundays. and Holidays. You are encouraged to become familiar with the
Town Ordinances
(particularly Section
12.02) pertaining to Eagle Spring Lake and please check at the public launch
for the latest on the "local" regulations. Please observe Ski Channel
route - wide turn into channel and "hug" island side to maintain legal
distance from pier on main shore.
Many times non-residents or friends and relatives of lake residents are stopped by the Lake Patrol because they're not familiar with the regulations, i.e., slow-no-wake-areas, traffic patterns (see below), life preserver/cushion requirements, and that the certificate of registration must be on all motor boats when in operation.
The "100 foot rule" also applies to those being towed, i.e., skiers, tubers, etc.
A frequent complaint from boaters is operating too fast in the access channel to Lake Lulu.
The Lake Patrol will stop you only if they see something that is wrong, for example, an expired boat registration sticker. You generally receive these in March or April. Once stopped they have the right and generally will check for safety violations, etc.
The DNR can randomly stop and go through a check.
In 2009 there were 39 citations issued and approximately 105 written warnings on our lake. Your attitude may make the difference as to whether you get a warning or a citation. Be cooperative, polite, and honest!!
This year is the fifth year of the States mandatory boating education bill and the DNR and our Lake Patrol will be strictly enforcing this law! Persons born on or after 01/01/1989 and at least 16 years of age must have successfully completed a DNR Boating Safety Course and possesses a safety certificate issued by the DNR, another state, or Canadian Province. This safety certificate must be carried when operating a motor boat or PWC, no matter what adult, parent, guardian, etc. is aboard the same boat.
Also of importance, Wisconsin Statutes prohibit launching a boat, boat trailer, or boating equipment if there are any aquatic plants or zebra mussels attached.
Hopefully these brief comments will encourage you to spend a few valuable minutes prior to enjoying a safe summer of recreational activities on our Lake.
Please See Map Below for Further Information
