William Kent Campground off-limits this summer

William Kent Campground on the West Shore will be closed for construction this summer.

The William Kent beach/day use site will be closed for portions of the season.

Work in the campground includes the installation of erosion control measures to reduce stormwater runoff, reduce peak flow levels, and reduce the amount of sediment reaching Lake Tahoe. Upgrades to the campground include reconfiguring the campground entrance road, relocation of the check-in kiosk, and moving camp spurs away from the stream environment zone.

All relocated campsites will meet universal accessibility standards. The SEZ will be restored and upgrades provided to some utilities within the campground.

At the beach/day use area, the stormwater drain will be redesigned to reduce the volume and rate of stormwater flowing into Lake Tahoe. The existing storm water drain pipe will be cut and a new stream channel constructed in its place.

Work on the campground is expected to be finished in 2014 and work on the beach/day use area may extend into 2015, depending on weather and water levels. Work in either location generally will not occur on weekends.

For more info, call Katie Kuchenbecker at 530.543.2620.