Duke Energy Wants to Change Recreation Rules Somehow
Published Date: 11/25/2025
Notice
Summary
Duke Energy Carolinas wants to update its Recreation Management Plan for the Catawba-Wateree Hydroelectric Project, affecting spots in North and South Carolina where people fish and enjoy nature. They’re asking the public and agencies to share thoughts or concerns by December 22, 2025. No big money changes are mentioned, but these updates could improve how folks use and enjoy these river areas.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.
Camping Removed, Trail Added
At the Upper Lookout Shoals Access Area in Catawba County, Duke Energy proposes to stop providing primitive camping and instead build a walking and picnic trail. The company would still provide a 1-lane boat ramp with a courtesy dock, parking, and a vault toilet.
Canoe Portage Completion Delayed
For Mountain Island Dam, the licensee proposes to change the deadline for canoe portage enhancements from completion within 10 years of plan approval to completion within 15 years. This delays the planned canoe portage improvements.
Fishing Platforms Reduced for Safety Work
At Mountain Island Tailrace Fishing and Mountain Island River Park, the proposal would remove one required fishing platform and extend the second platform to allow for necessary seismic stability improvements at the Mountain Island Development. This reduces the number of separate fishing platforms while making structural stability changes.
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