Boat Ramp
The only fully operational ramp at Poinsett is at the state park. As the water levels go down the parks crew will be repairing the ramps and installing the other docks but the water has to get low enough to allow for the repairs. As far as “safe” much of the debris has washed ashore but boaters should still be aware that there could be some debris especially after rain events and high winds.
GFP – Brook Brown
Think Before You Repair Your Shoreline
Steve LaBay is the Fish Habitat and Angler Access Projects, Wildlife Biologist for the South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Department.
In answer to what can and should be done when you are witness to less than good shoreline restoration practices, responded with this note:
Concerns about adherence to good shore line maintenance/modifications (either yours or your neighbors). Read more
Guidelines for Alteration of Bottom Lands or Lake Shores
Lakeshore Modification- Application
South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks
Guidelines for Alteration of Bottom Lands or Lake Shores
Background
Statutes and rules were enacted to allow the State’s water related resources to be managed and
utilized in a practical manner while protecting these resources for the benefit, welfare, and
enjoyment of the citizens of this state and its visitors. Read more 
Private Dock Regulations
Private Dock Regulations
By Conservation Officer Chris Subbert
If you have a dock or are thinking about putting a dock out you need to be aware of the following regulations regarding private docks: Read more
Staying Safe Behind The Boat
FIVE SIMPLE STEPS TO STAYING SAFE BEHIND A BOAT
Tubing, skiing and kneeboarding can be a great way to spend a summer afternoon; but, like any other water sport, there are some inherent dangers in being pulled behind a boat. Read more
Invasive Asian Clams
Invasive Asian Clams found in Lewis and Clark Lake
An aquatic nuisance species (ANS) called Asian clams have been confirmed to be established in Lewis and Clark Lake, South of the Town of Tabor in Bon Homme County. Previously, Asian Clams had been detected in the Missouri River only below Gavins Point dam in Yankton, Clay and Union Counties. Read more