Exall Lake Dredging Project

The Town has begun a project to dredge Exall Lake to restore lake depth, improve water quality, and support the long-term health of the lake.

The work uses a low-impact hydraulic dredging method that removes sediment and pumps it into large geotextile bags. These bags will be temporarily placed on the adjacent private property at Beverly Drive and Preston Road, with the owner’s permission, to allow the material to safely dewater and dry. All visible activity on this adjacent property is directly related to and authorized as part of the Town’s Exall Lake dredging project. Erosion-control measures will be in place throughout the work.

The project is designed to minimize disruption to wildlife, and precautions will be taken to protect ducks, fish, and other lake habitat during the work. Lakeside Park will remain open throughout the duration of the project, allowing residents to continue enjoying the park and surrounding amenities.

Work will occur in stages over the coming months, with completion anticipated by August, weather permitting.

Schedule:

Start Date: January 5, 2026
Complete Dredging: March 2026
Drying Time: March - June 2026
Haul Out: July 2026
Anticipated Completion: August 1, 2026

The project includes:

Removal of approximately 35,000 cubic yards of silt from Exall Lake
Dewatering geotextile bags placed on private property for drying
Removal of dried material
Restoration

Estimated Construction Cost: $2,500,500

What to expect:

A barge will be visible in the lake removing silt material through hoses.

You may experience some noise during work hours (7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday - Sunday). The Town Council has given special permission for the contractor to work 7 days a week to expedite the project.

Exall Lake Dredging Project