The last public boat ramp at Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area closed Aug. 15 due to low water levels. A mud hole at the end of Spillway Bay’s ramp is causing vehicles to become stuck, with some trucks sinking deep enough for water to enter the cabs. News Channel Nebraska 02:24 Thu, 20 Aug
A seven-year-old boy drowned and a five-year-old girl survived an incident at Lake McConaughy Thursday evening. The girl was flown to a Colorado hospital and expected to be released today. News Channel Nebraska 23:30 Fri, 07 Aug
7-year-old boy drowns at Lake McConaughy, Game and Parks says News Channel Nebraska 21:58 Fri, 07 Aug
Private boat launch services at Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area will provide the best access to Nebraska’s largest lake for the remainder of the season. As of today, Spillway Bay’s single-lane boat ramp is the only one still in the water; but within the month, water levels are expected to be below the ramp’s 3,202 elevation. News Channel Nebraska 20:57 Fri, 07 Aug
Drought dips Lake McConaughy to lowest level since 2006, limiting boat access Omaha World-Herald, Nebraska 21:51 Fri, 24 Jul
