Boat and Boating Regulations
LIA BOATING RULES, REGULATIONS, & REGISTRATION
Lake Iroquois Association boating application and registration begins April 1 of each year. All members must renew their application and registration yearly. Successful application and registration of all powered watercraft is required before launch and lake use.
Application & Registration forms are provided to all members as part of the Annual Membership mailing. Additional forms may be picked up in the office or sent via email.
LIA BOATING RULES
1. WATERCRAFT REGISTRATION
A. A powered watercraft may only launch into the lake or fishing lake with a current LIA watercraft decal, IDNR registration, and lot number affixed.
B. Powered watercraft must have:
1. The current year LIA watercraft decal must be affixed to the right side nearest to the midpoint of the vessel.
2. Member lot number decal must be affixed to the right side, towards the vessel's rear, at least 3" in height, and on the right side of the trailer, if any.
3. The valid Department of Natural Resources (DNR) registration sticker must be properly affixed to the vessel.
4. Non-powered watercraft must have Member lot numbers decal affixed to the right side, towards the vessel’s rear, at least 3” in height.
C. To obtain a current LIA Watercraft Decal:
1. Submit an annual watercraft registration form (The form which may be obtained from the office), including the following:
a) Proof of valid DNR Registration for ownership
b) Proof of valid certificate of insurance.
2. BOAT AND ENGINE SIZE
A. The types of watercraft that may be registered at LIA are as follows:
1. Runabouts and inboard watercraft shall not exceed 18ft. classification with an outboard motor not to exceed 115 HP or inboard not to exceed 175HP.
2. Pontoon boats are limited to a maximum of 24 ft. and 90 HP.
B. Watercraft horsepower shall not exceed the vessel's OBC rating.
C. The Board of Directors may grant a variance for boat size for fishing on Lake Iroquois upon receipt of the application and agreement to use the boat at idle speed only.
D. No personal watercraft, wave runners, or Jet Skis are permitted. (Personal watercraft is a small boat with a jet drive designed to operate while standing, kneeling, or sitting on it.)
E. Grandfathered Watercraft
1. No jet boats will be registered after April 15, 2005. Previously approved and registered jet boats will be grandfathered according to annual registration. (updated upon board action 04/14/2005).
3. BOAT RULES OF OPERATION
A. Each membership is limited to using one deck or powered boat on the lake at a time. This is a Level A violation.
LIA BOATING RULES, REGULATIONS, & REGISTRATION PACKET
B. There is no limit to the number of canoes or sailboats a member can have on the lake. This could be a safety issue when the lake is busy with speed boats and skiing. Please keep this in mind when using the lake.
C. "NO WAKE" times are 7 p.m. to 10 a.m. on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. "NO WAKE" means that ALL operators must reduce to idle speed. This is a Level A violation.
D. Properly lighted watercraft may be operated on the lake after sunset. Boating activities must follow quiet time between sunset and 9:00 AM on weekdays. This is a Level A violation.
E. Only member-owned watercraft are allowed on the lake. This is a Level C violation. F. The watercraft must be registered in the name of the lot owner, have a certificate of insurance registered with LIA, display a current LIA decal, and display a current IDNR Registration. This is a Level A violation.
G. Non-member immediate family guests may operate a member’s watercraft only if the active member/owner is present at LIA and can be readily contacted. Members are responsible for their guests' actions. This is a Level B violation.
H. Two people must be in the boat (pilot and spotter) when towing a skier or tuber or during towing activities. This is a Level C violation.
I. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, towing is limited to one skier or tube with up to four tubers, not to exceed the manufacturer's recommendation of riders. This is a Level A violation.
J. All boating traffic must travel counterclockwise on the lake. This is a Level B violation. K. Inlets and bays are "NO WAKE" areas marked with buoys. This is a Level B violation.
L. Boats shall not enter the beach and swimming area marked by the buoys. This is a Level C violation.
M. Boats tying up, anchoring, or congregating together should do so between the lake buoys and the shoreline and must avoid the traffic areas where powerboats and others are operating. This is a Level A Violation.
N. Glass containers are prohibited. This is a Level A violation.
O. No person under 12 years of age may operate a motorboat. This is a Level C violation. P. Persons at least 12 and under 16 years of age may operate a motorboat only if they are accompanied in the motorboat and under the direct control of a parent or guardian. This is a Level C violation.
Q. Persons at least 16 and less than 18 may operate a motorboat if:
R. They are accompanied by and under the direct control of a parent or guardian or a person at least 18 years of age, designated by the parent or,
S. Such watercraft operator has possession of a Boating Safety Certificate issued by the Department of Natural Resources, Division of Law Enforcement, authorizing the holder to operate motorboats. This is a Level C violation.
T. Boats shall not be docked overnight at the beach, marina, or other LIA docks. This is a Level A violation.
U. Swimming is prohibited at the marina. This is a Level A violation.
V. Powered boats or watercraft must always yield the right of way to non-motored boats or watercraft. This is a Level D violation.
W. Parking is prohibited on the roadside over the dam. This is a Level A violation.
4. BOAT STORAGE
A. Daily Trailer Parking Lot – located northeast of the boat ramp
1. Use is limited to daily put-in and take-out access to the water.
2. Overnight storage of trailers or boats is prohibited.
3. This is a Level B violation.
B. Paid Boat and Trailer Parking – located north of the boat ramp.
1. Annual rental for members only, with a yearly rental cycle from Nov 1 to Oct 31 each year.
2. The LIA Board of Directors establishes an annual fee.
3. Payment of fees and reservation applications shall be managed by LIA office personnel.
C. Free Boat and Trailer Parking – located north of the storage and recycling area.
1. It is designated for members' long-term storage, such as during winter or while trailers are empty, and boats are in the water.
2. The lot is reserved for boat and associated trailer parking only.
D. All Boat Storage Lots are subject to the following guidelines:
1. The lot is reserved for boat and associated trailer parking only.
2. All boats and trailers must be:
a) Owned by LIA members.
b) Marked with lot numbers and stickers visible in required locations.
c) Properly registered and in proper working conditions.
d) LIA personnel will strictly enforce the rules and use of this location.
5. SEASONAL DOCK SPACE RENTAL
A. LIA has designated dock space around the lake for members to rent and place their dock boats for each season. These locations are typically assigned via a random draw of interested parties. Contact the LIA business office for more information.