Desert Dumping Old phone numbers in brochure (in  link "How to Report Desert Dumping Brochure "- below).  Please record  these changes and use these numbers. *** If you see dumping happening right now call code enforcement  267-3950  *** To report a dump or garbage  267-4000 *** The brochure... follow this link:  How to Report Desert Dumping - (Brochure)   *** Join SWEPT SWEPT (Solid Waste Environmental Protection Team) is a specialized County anti-trash task force dedicated to protecting our environment and the health and safety of our community. For information on becoming a neighborhood steward call (702) 455-4191. For general information  cut and paste this link into your browser http://www.co.clark.nv.us/ Parks/pro/SWEPT.htm

 

November 20, 2009

Trail Closures on the River Mountains Loop Trails

A geotechnical investigation involving geotechnical borings will be occurring along the Equestrian Levee between Paradise Hills and Equestrian Road from November 23 through December 4.  This portion of levee is also the River Mountains Loop Trail.  The work is being preformed per FEMA requirements to verify the integrity of the levee.

The contractor will be working to provide as much trail access as possible but areas of the trail may be closed and trail users may need to traverse down or up the adjacent slopes to go around closed sections of trail.  The closures are needed to minimize the potential for injury to trail users and encroachment into the work area. 

November 7, 2009

Selected Notes from the recent RML Trail Partnership October Meeting

Trail Operations reports –

	Enforcement issues – Officers Gregg and Chen report increased dumping near SNWA At Burkholder.  Vehicle & target shooting off trail reported and handled.
	Trail conditions – Ray reports contractor filling and repair large cracks on trail. Getting ready for Silverman.  Gary reported that 16” golf course water line break sent water over trail past weekend. Cleaned up no serious trail damage.
	Monument buttons -Gary and others waiting on trail buttons.

Trail Planning & Development –

·        MM30-32 80% complete - will finish by end of November.  B.C. now owns MM 32.5 to 34.5.

·        MM 9 – 11.5 Lynette states no change easements pending. BOR working on.

·        Interbike reports – positive impacts and contacts, outdoor more beneficial, but passes good for Sands also. Need to work out relationship with New Belgium for next year. Will trail be open or closed for Interbike 2010?

·        SNPLMA #10 – Funding in place, now planning to start. Erin working on.

·        Other trail reports/issues- Pumpkinman had 600+ riders use the RMLT good experience; Tony reported a dangerous dip in trail at Historic Trail Head  NEEDS WARNING SIGN; dirt over trail near SNWA plant no sign; Coyotes  are becoming an issue…need to document problem with time and dates per Jason;  Wildlife has been contacted also; Ray says locals are feeding them; Ray also reported a story about Ram sheep being trapped in fenced in area at SNWA rest area; Turning off water to guzzler has been suggested.

Organization Development –

·        Traillink.com – John reported that RMLT is now on Rails to Trails hosted trail site. Working on uploading GPS trail map data.  User “toolbear” has posted photos and several great trail reviews.

·        Trail Event Calendar – after much discussion Jennifer volunteered to set up sub-committee…Jason Kirby, Roger Hall, Joyce Fortier & NPS to meet. Set up policy, guidelines and master schedule. Report back.

·        Trail Permit Matrix – draft a policy, lead times, point of contact, etc. Jennifer volunteered to chair this along with event calendar as they go hand in hand.

·        Non- Motorized vs. handicap accessibility – AB 441 now allows electric bikes on trails using federal dollars to build.  Handicap and disabilities have always had access, need to improve signage. John has asked RTCA for direction. Discussion will continue.

Community Outreach/Neighborhood/Tourism

·        Trail Watch report – Jennifer has 57 trained volunteers and 11 in process. Over 100-hours volunteered in September.  No increase in dumping reported. Trail watch assisted on recent Shadow Canyon trail issue.

·        National Trails Day Oct. 3^rd.-  Over 2000 attended event. Biggest ever. Wrap up meeting Oct. 29^th. Gave Railroad Pass John a certificate. Planning committee for 2010 will start in November.

·        Boulder City Oct 17^th dedication – Bill reported on successful event. Had 71 attend the cut & run event.

·        Silverman Triathlon Aid station – Nov. 8^th Sunday need volunteers. Theme is Rock & Roll” dress in theme, bring noise makers, instruments etc. Show ready at 8:45 a.m.

·        National Recreation Trail Application - Jim Holland and others have been working on this application. Will be filed this week prior to Nov. 1^st deadline.

Other business – future

·        Need a sub-committee to work on Interbike/New Belgium issues

Meeting wrap up and next meeting dates-

·     Next meeting November 24^th
Dark for December 22^nd

Meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

(notes by Diane & John Holman)

October 23, 2009

Silverman on the River Mountains Loop Trail

The Silverman Triathlon will be held on Sunday, November 8. 
The River Mountains Loop Trail, from Lake Mead Parkway south to the connector at Paradise Hills Drive, is used for cycling portion of the event.   The River Mountains Loop Trail Partnership will host Aid Station #10 at Paradise Hills Drive.
 
Volunteers are needed from 9:00am to 5:00pm.  The busiest time for the aid station is 11:00am to 3:00pm.  Join the RMLT Partnership at Aid Station #10 even if it’s just for a few hours.

October 23, 2009

Bat Houses Installed Near Equestrian & River Mountains Loop Trail

If you are in the area where Equestrian Trail connects to the River Mountains Loop Trail, you may notice two new bat houses.  The bat houses were installed as part of an Eagle Scout Project on Bat Conservation. 

October 23, 2009

Part of the River Mountains Loop Trail Rated 5 star by "ToolBear." 

RMLT – EQUESTRIAN TRAILHEAD TO BOOTLEG CANYON PARK

By toolbear on October 22, 2009
 

Follow this link for full write up http://www.traillink.com/ViewTrailReviews.aspx?AcctID=6343905

 

October 15, 2009

Crack Repair On the River Mountains Loop Trail - Till October 16, 2009

A contractor will be on the River Mountains Loop Trail Thursday & Friday, October 15-16, repairing cracks in the asphalt.  The work will be done from the Lake Mead Parkway under crossing south toward the reservoir area. 

October 14, 2009

Work Near Historic Railroad Trail to Dam - Till October 23, 2009

Starting tonight about sundown a contractor will be ripping out the Hoover Dam Police road to repave it.   Reclamation would appreciate it people to be careful in the area where the Historic Railroad trail crosses the roadway to the cop shop. 

The contractor will be paving the trail from the switchyard exit bollards to the top of the Zig Zag trail, painting a cross walk across the police roadway, and paving the short term drop off and pick up area. 

The trail will still be open dawn to dusk as the contractor is working nights, dusk to dawn on the project.  However, at times their will be some cones and tape to reroute the trail while they pave the trail areas.  This is a 2 week project and should be completed by October 23, 2009.

 

September 17, 2009

	You are invited.   Saturday, October 3, 2009.  Visit the River Mountains Loop Trail booth.  9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.  Lots of activities.  Click Here for info.
	You are invited.   Saturday, October 17, 2009.  The City of Boulder City cordially invites you to the Ribbon Cutting celebrating the completion of the City’s segments of The River Mountains Loop Trail.  Click Here for info.

July 29, 2009

Segment 4 Update.  "Yes they paved from the end of segment 5 north and around the corner of the Vet's property. Then there is a break and they paved directly behind the Vet's Home east along Veterans Memorial Dr. and stopped near the power line. They also did several hundred feet south from where we cross the round-a-bout in Bootleg Park."

Thanks to Gary Zupanic for this email update.
 

July 24, 2009

Segment 5 paving was completed yesterday except for 150' near the RR crossing which should be done Friday.

The bridge deck has not been added and is closed.   The trail is almost completed yet.  Click to enlarge photos.

        

 

June 26, 2009

From the RMT PAC June 23, 2009 meeting:

	Partnership will once again sponsor Silverman Triathlon Aid station #10 on November 8th, 2009
	Boulder City Segment # 5 progressing...paving should complete in next three weeks
	Boulder City Segments #3 & #4 construction started this week.
	Boulder City ribbon cutting celebration for segment 3,4, & 5 set for October 17th...watch for details
	Trail mile markers and buttons being installed Lake Mead NRA by park staff
	Henderson Segment #14 nearing 75% design completion with R.O.W. and final NDOT Environmental pending
	Henderson sponsoring a National Trails Day event October 3rd....reserve your booth space now.
	Henderson looking for BSA Eagle Scout projects for National Trails Day...call 267-4050 ask for Jennifer
	"End of the Trail" committee met June 5th and June 23rd. Next meeting July 15th

June 18, 2009

Why is the River Mountains Loop Trail involved with National Trails Day Celebration?

The RMT Partnership Advisory Council is nearing the end of a fifteen year process to put the River Mountains Loop Trail on the ground.    We will finish up the last few pieces of the trail bed over the next 18 months to 24 months.  (We will have a lot of work to do after the trail is down, like information kiosk, signage, secondary trails to the RML trail, etc.)  However this is time to celebrate our work.

The RMT PAC  will be using this years National Trails Day Celebration to announce the completion date in 2010 of the RML Trail.  We have planned events to be held at Railroad Pass Casino, Boulder City and Henderson.  More of these activities and events will be announced on during the National Trails Day Celebration.

Come celebrate the trail!

 

May 28, 2009

The RMLT section five pedestrian bridge has been installed!!  This segment of the trail should be opening in 45 days.  Picture by Jim Holland.  Click on picture to enlarge.

Additional pictures from Jim Holland and Gary Zupanic can be found on the RML trail blog.  Click here.
 

 

 

 

May 27, 2009

The RMLT pedestrian bridge has been scheduled to be installed tonight Wednesday (May 27, 2009).  The bridge will be located on Cascata Drive near US 95.  The bridge work will begin when the golf course has closed for the day.  This bridge when finished will parallel the nearby railroad tracks (and some say the RMLT bridge is a bigger bridge than the railroad bridge??).   The bridge span is 163 feet.  Earlier mentions of the bridge span where incorrect at 100 feet and 150 feet.

This section of the trail is expected to take another 45 days (late July early August) to complete with additional rock walls, berms and trail work yet to be completed.  When finished, you will be able to walk or bike from the Railroad Pass Hotel and Casino to the Nevada State Veterans Home. 

Last night the Boulder City Council awarded a contract for the construction of the piece of trial from the Nevada State Veterans Home to the existing River Mountains Loop Trail located in the bottom of the Hemenway Valley Wash Multi-Use Concrete Flood Control Channel.

 

May 13, 2009

An interesting article has been added to the trail blog.  Click on the picture to go to the rest of the article.

"Between trail mile marker 4.5 and 5.0 you will see new High Concentration Photovoltaic (HCPV) towers within Southern Nevada Water Authority's' (SNWA) River Mountains Water Treatment Facility.  These units will generate approximately .208 Mega-Watts to help meet SNWA power needs.  SNWA is committed to generate 20% percent of its energy needs through renewable resources by 2015, which parallels NV Energy's Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards."

April 24, 2009

Proposed River Mountains Loop Trail kiosk display signs.  The picture on the left features a "Headed to Henderson" theme, the picture on the right features a "Railroad Pass Casino" theme. (Click to enlarge the picture.)  When these panels are approved and funded, they will be added to the kiosks on the River Mountains Loop Trail.

                     

April 24, 2009

Follow this link to see a piece of the new 150 foot pedestrian bridge on the ground next to where it will be installed.  This picture is posted on the River Mountains Loop Trail blog.   Click here.

April 24, 2009

Follow this link to see a picture of the new trail logo mileage buttons (installed) on a trail monument.  The picture is posted on the River Mountains Loop Trail blog.   Click here.

 

March 23, 2009

Segment Five Good News - Bad News.

Good News. The pedestrian bridge foundation has begun at Cascata Drive near US 95.  This bridge when finished will parallel the railroad tracks (and bridge shown in the background) and provide a bridge for walkers and riders. 

The bridge span will be over 100 feet and will become the largest bridge on the RML Trail.  Click the picture for a larger image.

Bad News.  The contractor working on segment five has asked for an additional ninety days to complete this part of the trail.   We had hoped that segment 5 would be opened by June 2009.   We now hope this segment will open by August 2009. 

Pieces of segment five have been finished, but they are "a trail to nowhere."   See below.  Click the picture for a larger image.  The picture was taken looking west towards Railroad Pass.

 

March 14, 2009

River Mountains Loop Trail Cleanup – March 21, 2009
Volunteers needed for the following shift: 8:00 am-noon at Equestrian Park

	Volunteers are needed for general trail cleanup. Must be able to bend, pick up, walk and carry debris along River Mountains Loop Trail (1-3 miles).
	Must be 5 years or older. Youth volunteers ages 5-12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Teen volunteers 13-17 require a parent or guardian signature on our waiver.
	The following items are recommended: hats, water, sunscreen, sturdy shoes and gloves.
	100 volunteers are needed for this event.
	Please contact Jennifer Magby at 267-4050 to sign up.

 

March 14, 2009

Notes from the February monthly meeting of the River Mountains Trail Partnership:

	Congratulations to Paul Grebe elected as Vice-chairman
	March 21st, 2009 Trail Clean up 8:00 a.m. Equestrian Park
	Coyote Hunt set for outside the Las Vegas Valley
	Section #5 construction at 40% completion; section 3 & 4 at 95% design ready for bid in March
	Boulder city Segment #5 opening celebration being planned
	Next meeting March 24, 2009

 

February 15, 2009

Paving on section 5 has started near the bridge site at Cascata Dr. and will continue east to the Veterans Home Trailhead.
That run should be completed today. (February 11, 2009).  The part of section 5 that runs from Cascata Drive to Railroad Pass Casino is more involved and will take until June 2009 to build.  (And, the bridge hasn't arrived either!)  Click to enlarge pictures.

        

 

August 27, 2008

A black and white, 81/2" x 11" PDF (two-sided) handout has been prepared for the October 18, 2008 Henderson National Trails Day public event at the Special Events plaza in front of Henderson City Hall..  The handout is meant to be  folded and put in a pocket. 

For the first time this map includes:

	A map with mile markers. (The markers or monuments are not on the ground).
	1/2 mile markers.   (The markers or monuments are not on the ground).
	The back has a map of the Historical Railroad Trail, plus the hours that it is open
	An updated "Vertical Profile" with elevation gain by mile markers
	A location map of the trail in southern Nevada
	Added words "The entire trail is designated "Non-Motorized Use"
	Added the "311" incident phone number.  The 311 number is operated by area police departments to field non-emergency police calls.  This phone number will be used to reduce the number of calls to 911.

Click on the pictures to enlarge. 

Go to the link to download a PDF file to your printer.  The downloaded files are nine (9) megabytes each.  (Big, big, big files.)

       

Download Front       Download Back

February 9, 2009

Notes selected from RMLT Council meeting on January 27, 2009

Trail Operations Reports

Trail Enforcement Issues

-         John Greg and Officer Chen are patrolling trails for City of Henderson
-         Strategic Planning – additional officers being considered
-         Now have a mounted unit patrolling trails in Henderson
-         They are patrolling every day

Trail Conditions

Segments 6 – 14 – North end is really rocky

-         Public Hearing for a detention basin in the foothills of River Mts adjacent to the r/w – access road will cross the trail – 15 months of operation
o       Ithica will become a new road into the area

Bureau of Reclamation Issues – Jason Kirby

o       Identified new roads and trails that can be worked on
o       What do we need to do to get volunteers involved?
o       Will have annual trail review meeting in the next few months

Segments 17-22

-         NPS is purchasing a broom to clear rock from the trail
-         NPS working with the Harpers Ferry Center on interpretive exhibits

Segment 5

-         Rough grading continuing
-         Ordering the bridges
-         Retaining wall will require borings
-         4 to 6 week delay
-         Late Spring completion

Segments 3 and 4

-         Going to bid opening in February 2009

-         Segment 14

-         Construction drawing are underway
-         Trail alignment has been set
-         Follows the BMI water line easement
-         Pedestrian underpass will be incorporated into Segment 14
-         Need letter from City of Henderson requesting r/w from Lake Las Vegas
-         NDOT environmental assessment will address the trail issues – May completion
-         Design will be completed prior to NDOT environmental assessment
-         Need to coordinate with Lakemoor and BMI

Other Trail Reports

McCullough Hills Trail
o       Not a project to construct a trail – a feasibility study for a future trail
o       Connects the RMLT to Sloan Canyon Trails system
o       Analysis as to where the trail could run – intended to be equestrian friendly
o       Goes through and/or around Nevada State College

Community Outreach – Jennifer Magby

-         New Henderson Brochure with trails information
-         SNPLMA funding in the amount of $465,000 for safety and connectivity
-         Trail Watch – is going well 18 reports this weekend
o       299 reports for 2008
o       41 reports this month
-         Las Vegas Track Club – need to work with event planners – held an event this weekend without securing a permit from the City of Henderson
-         Clean up event for March 21^st
o       Silverman Connector to bridge
o       Three sisters area
o       North end of the trail
o       Have Lake Las Vegas adopt a segment of the trail 

Interbike Event - Tony

o       We should talk about a booth at this event – good opportunity to get information out on the trail and many attendees use the trail as part of the 2 field days
o       One week convention in September

Feb 21 Mardi Gras Masquerade- Joyce Forier

o       Running event 5k and 10k
o       Calicoracing.com for more information
o       Staged out of Railroad Pass
o       Will host a new event in October 31^st on the trail including the NPS lands
o       Marathon and half marathon – “in 2 to 3 years could be on the must do list”
o       When the new Colorado River bridge is dedicated, a run could be part of that event
o       We should consider an events calendar on our web site

Elections

Existing Organization

Chair                John Holman
            Vice Chair        Ed Dodrill
            Treasurer        Bill Laub
            Secretary         Jim Holland

Ed Dodrill has requested he be replaced. Accepted reluctantly by members.

Next Meeting is the 24^th of February

 

January 15, 2009

Work on section five (5) is moving along towards a June 2009 opening.   Section five is a piece of trail starting at the Railroad Pass Casino parking lot, goes east to a new 150' bicycle & foot bridge that then winds it way to the backside of the Boulder City Veterans Home.  Finally, this piece of the trail will end by connecting to one of the Bootleg Canyon existing trailheads.  Section five is about four miles long when finished.

The picture on the left and the picture on the right are both looking west along highway 95 as it approaches Railroad Pass.  The picture is the middle shows a culvert with the trail bed on top waiting for an asphalt overlay.  Click on the pictures for a larger picture.

           

October 25, 2008

Trails Day 2008 Wrap Up!

Over 500 people attended the October 18, 2008 event at the Henderson Special Events Outdoor Plaza on Water Street and evaluations indicate that the new location and the added programs enhanced the event.  Comments included that the event was very informative, participants were very impressed with the speakers and displays, and the event met their expectations. One participant said “I have been looking for this type of information for years.”

 Please mark your calendar for next year’s event that will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2009.

September 28, 2008

Note from the recent River Mountains Trail Partnership Advisory Council:

	Saddle Island Road closure of segment of trail will re-open this Friday 26th after completion of tunnel beneath road.
	K-rails/Jersey barriers have been placed around the Equestrian Bridge area to reduce/ prevent unauthorized vehicle/motorized use of the trail in this area.  The barriers will be painted to blend with the natural setting.
	Henderson National Trails Day is coming Oct. 18th, 2008 Water Street District - this is a trail awareness event.
	Trail Watch program is making a positive difference - We need more volunteers.
	Silverman Triathlon is coming Nov. 9th - We have an Aid station to staff. Need volunteers to support the 100's of riders coming through.
	Note: next meeting in field at Bootleg Canyon park in Boulder City Oct. 28th bring a chair.
	Booth space is still available for Oct. 18th Trails Day - sign up now!

September 2, 2008

Note from the recent River Mountains Trail Partnership Advisory Council:

Trail Operations Reports

	Trail Enforcement Issues – Capt. Bob Vadasy HPD Introduced Officer John Gregg Traffic Assigned to parks and trails full time – hours Noon to 10 p.m. Looking for second officer – Spring 2009 No known issues reported
	Trail Conditions Seg. 6-13 Lynn - rocks as usual, rain no negative effects reported Seg.13/Equestrian work ready for bid
	Saddle Island SNWA Trail segment closed Closed for 30 days for by-pass tunnel Information posted on web site
	Monuments/signs Buttons - Lynn has Discussion about proper GPS location of mile & ½ mile locations GPS for emergency response status reviewed Some monuments may need relocation this fall. BOR – Bill shared mock-up of new sign for near trailheads Sky advised of sign work by NPS for use in park and out Need to determine name for new trailhead on Lake Mead entrance station Lake Mead Trailhead, Entrance Station Trailhead, Lakeshore Trailhead, BMI Pipeline Trailhead, Lake View Trailhead, etc
	Illegal Roads & trails – BOR-Jason BOR meetings held Jason three step process – Eliminate, re-vegetate, then educate Support city on roads Lynn says BOR has ordered 50+ K-rail to block roads Sky working on education video etc. for educating “Tread Lightly”

 Trails Planning and Development Reports –

	Trail segment 3,4 & 5 – Gary Segment 5 is staked for construction (see picture below) Reviewed 70% drawings seg. 3 &4 discussed grade issues Group agreed on more switch backs to reduce grades, improve trail user experience.
	Trail Seg. 17-22 Western gate installed and complete
	Seg. #14 status – RMLT Executive board met with COH planning staff July 14th
	Grand Party upon completion – Joyce Need to start planning grand event celebration What do we have in mind..? Need input to committee………
	Nevada ATV/ORV legislation – Discussion John provided briefing on pending Bill Draft All testimony from the north- south not involved Sent Email to Senator Terry Care on Committee Need your input for legislative process Develop bullet points/position statement Need to dialogue with Legislators this time

	Dept of Justice revised ADA rules/laws- impacts mobility definition ATV’s/Segway’s etc could be considered authorized mobility equipment Trails will have to be marked clearly if so authorized
	Trail Memorial area – John H. & Lynn P. Equestrian rest area. Southwest Gas EVT may be interested in Spring 2009
	Ultra Trail Grant 2008 – John H. Grant on hold indefinitely per A&B due to merger

Organizational Development  

	Community fund report – Bill L. Fund balance is now $5,429.99
	Website report – Bill L. Added National Trails day information BLOG  - address http://rmltman.wordpress.com/ Averaging about 400 hits per month Link from  RMLT webs

Community Outreach/ Neighborhood

Trail Coordinator report – Jennifer Magby Trail Watch has 14 trained volunteers & 6 pending training  114 reports so far, and 137 hrs logged Need more Trail Watch volunteers pass the word… Trail Day Oct. 18, 2008; 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Henderson Events Plaza Trails clean up day set for March 21st, 2009 Nov. 22nd Family fun Walk set at Equestrian Park

Other business – future

	Pumpkinman Triathlon set for October 18th Boulder city
	Calico Racing 5k & 20 mile run event – November 2nd
	Silverman Triathlon Set for November 9th

Meeting adjourned at 5:55 P.M.

 

August 29, 2008

"Staking" has begun between Railroad Pass Casino and the Veterans Home near Boulder City on segment "5."  In the picture below the stakes you can see show the River Mountains Loop Trail connection to one of the Bootleg Canyon Trailheads. 

The trail contract is for a 270 day build-out for this segment.  If the contractor meets their deadline we can expect this segment to be finished and opened sometime in May 2009.  Part of the construction includes what will be the largest bridge on the River Mountains Loop Trail.  The bridge will be 100+ feet and span the road into the Cascata Golf Course. 

 

 

August 18, 2008

SEGMENT OF RIVER MOUNTAINS LOOP TRAIL TO CLOSE FOR ONE MONTH

Boulder City, Nev. - From Aug. 18 through Sep. 18, 2008, a small segment of the River Mountains Loop Trail (RMLT) will close for improvements to accommodate construction activities associated with the Southern Nevada Water Authority's (SNWA) third intake project.  The trail segment to be closed is the section about one-half mile.  It is the section from the former site of Lake Mead Cruises (just north of Boulder Harbor on Lakeshore Road), up to the Nevada Department of Wildlife Fish Hatchery.

Improvements will include realignment of the trail to incorporate a culvert, routing RMLT traffic below Saddle Cove Road.  The culvert will be put in place to protect RMLT users from construction traffic related to the SNWA Third Intake project. The small section of the trail will remain closed for about four weeks.  The rest of the RMLT will not be affected by this work.

Background on the Intake No. 3:   The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) presently operates two water
intakes at Saddle Island on the west shore of Lake Mead, approximately five miles northwest of Hoover Dam and approximately 20 miles east of the center of Las Vegas, within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area.  Severe drought has caused declining water levels in Lake Mead during recent years.  Long-term water supply modeling conducted by the Bureau of Reclamation
indicates that the lake level may decline even further until the system recovers from the recent severe drought. The SNWA is constructing a third deep-water intake, Intake No. 3, in Lake Mead, and other associated project components to protect the existing water system capacity.

- NPS -

Lake Mead NRA News
http://www.nps.gov/lame/parknews/