Hudson River-Black River Regulating District

News Release

January 22, 2007

CHANGING RESERVOIR ELEVATIONS WILL AFFECT ICE FORMATION

The Hudson River - Black River Regulating District reminds all recreational users of the Great Sacandaga Lake, Indian Lake, Stillwater, and Fulton Chain of Lakes reservoirs to use caution on or about the reservoir as the water elevation is lowered and ice cover shifts.  Changes in ice surfaces will occur as a result of the release of water during the next several months.

Contact:  Robert S. Foltan, Chief Engineer
                  518-465-3491

Press Release "DEC Urges People to Use Caution on the Ice" from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation