RAYSTOWN LAKE, Pennsylvania — After a rigorous review process in accordance with federal policy and regulations, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), Baltimore District, has determined they cannot further consider authorization of Lancer Resources, L.P. (Lancer) recreational development’s proposal in the Hawn’s Bridge area of the Raystown Lake Project because it is not consistent with the current
Raystown Lake Master Plan (MP).
The current MP for Raystown Lake dates back to 1994 and placed an emphasis on protecting the southeast shore, which includes the Hawn’s Bridge area. Existing Corps policy reflects that the effective lifespan of a MP is 15- 25 years. Additionally, legislation contained in the recent Water Infrastructure Improvement of the Nation Act (WIIN), Section 1309, signed into law December 2016, requires the MP for the Raystown Lake be updated.
Col. Ed Chamberlayne, commander, Baltimore District, stated that re-entering the MP process would allow the Corps to address any proposed development. “We will immediately seek funding, personnel, and other resources to begin the master plan update,” said Chamberlayne. “The update will include public input at appropriate times and preparation of corresponding National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation.”
Once funds are made available, the process to complete updates to the MP could take between 18-24 months.
Release no. 17-007