NEWS & UPDATES
NOTICE: Banding Requirements & Quarantine Procedures for all Vessels
Effective Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 all vessels launching at Modesto & Woodward Reservoirs must adhere to updated banding and quarantine procedures to prevent the spread of invasive mussel species.
Inspection & Banding Requirements:
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Appointments are available at both Modesto and Woodward Reservoirs 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 7 days a week.
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30-Day Yellow Bands and Daily Blue Bands will be available during these hours only.
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All boats must be Clean, Drained, and Dry to qualify for inspection and banding.
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A valid Quagga Mussel Stamp is required for each vessel.
To schedule an appointment please contact:
Modesto Reservoir (209) 874-9540
Woodward Reservoir (209)847-3304
Please plan accordingly and help protect our water bodies.
Thank you for your cooperation!
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Effective September 2, 2025, swimming, wading, and other body-to-water contact activities will be prohibited at Woodward Reservoir. This restriction is in partnership with SSJID to meet water quality regulations. We will provide notice once the restriction has been lifted.
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6/4/2025 Expanded Boat Inspection Hours Begin June 4 at Modesto Reservoir
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Woodward and Modesto Reservoirs Win
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Kiwanis Youth Camp Closed
Kiwanis Youth Camp is closed until further notice.
Water Treatment Plant is Offline at Frank Raines Park Pending Repairs
Due to flood damage from recent storms the water treatment plant at Frank Raines Park is offline pending repairs. The date of repairs and anticipated return to service of the water plant is unknown at this time. If you have a reservation while this message is posted you most likely will not have water service during your stay. We will update with additional info as it becomes available.
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