Temporary Change in Operations for the S-310 Boat Lock in Clewiston

The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is making a temporary change in operations for the S-310 Boat Lock in Clewiston beginning, Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 5:30 a.m.

Operating Hours

  • The boat lock will be open daily from 5:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. 
  • The boat lock will close each night from 9:00 p.m. - 5:30 a.m. and boaters will not be able to lock through the structure. 

SFWMD maintains several boat locks on the north shore of Lake Okeechobee as well as the S-310 Boat Lock on the south shore of Lake Okeechobee. 

Buckhead Ridge S-127 Boat Lock to Temporarily Close Starting May 15

GLADES COUNTY, Fla. - The Buckhead Ridge S-127 Boat Lock on Lake Okeechobee's North Shore will temporarily close to navigation for maintenance work starting May 15, 2023. The boat lock is expected to re-open on June 19, 2023. 

Anglers and boaters may also access local waterways through other public boat ramps. Visit FWC Boat Ramp Finder to find one near you.

G-36/Henry Creek Boat Lock in Okeechobee County Will Temporarily Close Starting April 17

The G-36 Boat Lock, also known as the Henry Creek Boat Lock, in Okeechobee County will temporarily close for maintenance starting Monday, April 17. It is expected to re-open on Monday, May 15. All other navigational locks maintained by the South Florida Water Management District remain operational.  

Anglers and boaters may also access local waterways through other public boat ramps. Visit FWC Boat Ramp Finder to find one near you.