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Lake Wylie Marine Commission

Lake Wylie Marine Commission in Charlotte, NC

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Report Hazard, Violation or Pollution

Report a Hazard or Violation

To report boating violations such as reckless operation or an intoxicated boat operator, call 911 if you believe it is an emergency situation or contact any Lake Wylie law enforcement unit.

Emergency: Dial 911

Charlotte-Mecklenburg (NC) Police Department Lake Enforcement Unit
Non-emergency number: 704-588-1798

Gaston County (NC) Police Lake Unit
Non-emergency number: 704-866-3320

York County (SC) Sheriff’s Office Boat Patrol Unit
Non-emergency number: 803-628-3059

Debris and Other Hazards

Debris and pollution such as tree limbs, docks, Styrofoam, etc. in the water may pose a hazard to boats, docks, wildlife and people. If you see a potential hazard, secure it to a dock or tree if you can do it safely. If not, note landmarks so you can identify the location. Report debris and pollution to Duke Energy and/or the appropriate Department of Natural Resources. You may also contact the law enforcement departments mentioned above.

Duke Energy
Call Duke Energy and leave a number so someone can reach you if additional information is needed.
Phone: 800-443-5193

SC Department of Natural Resources
In South Carolina, you may also call the SC Department of Natural Resources’ toll-free, 24-hour hotline.
Phone: 800-922-5431

Pollution

It takes quick action to gather information about the source of potential pollution and to contain its risk to lake water quality, wildlife and persons. There are several systems in place to respond to pollution; don’t hesitate to call any of the numbers below. Leave a message after business hours.

You do not have to identify yourself when you make a report.

Signs of possible pollution:

  • mud/sediment runoff from construction or landscaping sites;
  • fish kills of any size; sewage overflows;
  • unpermitted dumping or discharges of any hazardous materials such as chemicals, pesticides, petroleum products into the lake;
  • foam or excessive bubbles, unusual color or chalky or milky appearance, unusual odor.

BE SAFE: Do NOT trespass and do NOT get near any potential chemical or sewage spill.

Report any suspected pollution 24 hours a day:

Anywhere on Lake Wylie or the Catawba River

Catawba RIVERKEEPER 1-888-679-9494

North Carolina

NC Department of Environmental Conservation (TDEC)
1-888-891-TDEC (8332)

Pollution from sediment / erosion at construction sites
1-800-STOPMUD or 919-786-7683

In Mecklenburg County, pollution in a creek or the lake
704-336-550 or 311

More information on pollution in the lake or a creek: http://www.charmeck.org/stormwater

South Carolina

SC Department of Natural Resources
1- 888- 481-0125 – 24 hours a day

Help Protect Lake Wylie

What else can you do to help protect Lake Wylie? Visit the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation: www.catawbariverkeeper.org.

Missing Buoys

Report missing or damaged buoys to the Lake Wylie Marine Commission:

Emily Parker
(Clerk)
9815 David Taylor Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: (704) 688-6507
Email: eparker@centralina.org

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