Locks and dams operating as normal

The locks and dams on the Mississippi River, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will remain open for the duration of the federal government shutdown because commercial river traffic and flood control are considered core functions.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District spokesman George Stringham said that both lock and dam and dredging operations to keep the channel clear will continue during the shutdown, as they have been deemed vital government services. The locks will also be open for recreational boaters.

An operator at Lock and Dam 9 said that the shutdown isn’t affecting the operation of the Lock and Dam whatsoever. All of the regular personnel are on the job and work is continuing as normal.

Lock and Dam 9 is located south of Lynxville, and 12 miles north of Prairie du Chien. It serves as a step in the Upper Mississippi River water stairway of 29 locks and dams.

WISCONSIN DNR officials have not received information from the federal government indicating any changes to ongoing waterfowl hunting seasons. However, hunters need to be aware of closures to federal properties due to the federal government shutdown.

“Basically, when it comes to waterfowl hunting, it is business as usual. So get your stamp, grab your gear, follow the regulations and have a safe and enjoyable hunt. State wardens will be out on patrol as usual,” said Randy Stark, DNR Chief Warden. “The only difference is that access points to federal properties are closed.”

Those hunting along the Mississippi River should note that the US Department of the Interior has closed federal access points, federal river properties, and the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge. However, citizens who gain legal access to the river via open launches are permitted to use the Mississippi River as well as state-owned properties for legal recreational activities, such as waterfowl hunting.

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