Franklin County gives update on invasive species issue

After the state cut funding to keep open all of Franklin County’s boat checking stations, the county was looking to close the reservoirs for the season to prevent infestation.

Irrigation companies have now decided what their new policy on the reservoirs will be.

According to a press release from the Consolidated Irrigation Company, only non-motorized watercraft will be allowed on the Glendale and Lamont reservoirs.

The Foster and Johnson reservoirs will allow hand-propelled or electric trolling motors only.

Ballast and wake boats are not allowed at all, on any of the four reservoirs. Any watercraft using the reservoirs will need certification that they passed inspection.

The company said if the reservoir checking stations are re-opened, it will look at allowing motorized boats again, as long as they have been inspected.