Partial Drawdown Expected At Somerset County Lake

The High Point Lake in Somerset County will undergo a partial drawdown which will allow for maintenance.  The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commissioner made the announcement on Friday.  Reportedly, the water will be lowered over the next 3-4 weeks by about 12 inches.  The partial drawdown will enable inspectors to take a look at seepage at the auxiliary spillway and dam embankment.  The public will still be able to both boat and fish during the drawdown.  In the meantime, a complete drawdown is expected next Spring to rehabilitate the dam embankment and spillway, and that project is expected to last for about 18 months.