New buoys marking restricted area below Shepaug Dam
June 3, 2025
The top end of Lake Zoar, just below the Shepaug Dam, is a dangerous restricted area with strong and unpredictable
To reach LZA Marine Patrol, call the CT State Police Troop A Southbury Dispatch at (203) 267-2200,
or use VHF Radio Channel 16. BOATING EMERGENCIES CALL 911.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Notice: Weed Treatment of Lake Zoar May 1st, 2025
April 30, 2025
The application of herbicide to combat invasive aquatic plants is tentatively scheduled for May 1st, 2025, in zones 1, 3,
Quick Things You Should Know
Vessel Registration
All vessels must be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
Speed Limit on Lake Zoar
Daytime speed limit of 45 mph.
(72 km/h or 39 knots)
(72 km/h or 39 knots)
30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise speed limit is 25 mph.
(40 km/h or 22 knots )
(40 km/h or 22 knots )
Personal Watercraft Nighttime Operation Prohibited
The law prohibits the operation of a personal watercraft at any time between the hours from one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise.
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