Shirey Bay Rainey Brake WMA

10/15/2009
Contract work for the removal of ice storm debris on Shirey Bay Rainey Brake WMA will likely be delayed due to high water levels resulting from recent heavy rains. Contractors will be meeting with local AGFC staff soon to discuss options for addressing some of the debris clean-up. Depending on additional rain events, some or all of the ice storm debris may not be addressed until next summer.  

On Monday, Oct. 19, water control structures will be regulated to commence routine annual flooding of the area for waterfowl season. Barring any additional significant rain events, all structures should be closed by Nov. 1.    

Area users are reminded that even though some access areas may be cleaned up, the rest of the area may contain hazardous trees and limbs for quite some time. Everyone is encouraged to look up frequently while walking through the woods and to not sit or stand under trees with hanging limbs to reduce potential injury. Leaning trees are also a hazard and should be avoided.