The Scotts Flat spillway gate that was closed in August will likely be reopened soon. After meeting Tuesday morning, a committee of two Nevada Irrigation District Board members recommends the full board approve re-opening the gate, at least through the winter. The board meets on Friday. The gate was closed due to such problems as illegal camping and campfires, unsafe jumping from the spillway into the lake, excessive trash, graffiti, and debris dumping. Assistant NID General Manager, Gregg Jones, says it’s in response to the recent public outcry…

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During a public hearing last month, a number of residents complained that the gate is the only easy access to the other side of the reservoir and to nearby trails. Jones says the gate would stay open until staff, recreationists, and residents come up with permanent solutions…

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Jones says no specific opening date has been established yet.