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Widewater State Park Reopens Boat Ramp After Dredging Project

Widewater State Park's boat ramp in Stafford County, which was closed in mid-April due to a significant buildup of silt rendering it unusable, has reopened after a maintenance dredging project. The $26,383 dredging contract, awarded to Lake Services of Woodbridge through a competitive bid, successfully cleared the ramp, which officially reopened on July 12, 2023, followed by the scheduled opening of the paddle craft launch on August 16, 2023.

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The boat ramp is open at Widewater State Park. The?ramp?area has been improved and is ready for use again after being closed for several months due to a maintenance dredging project.

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