Posted on October 1, 2025
WEST POINT, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, West Point Project Office, has released an updated Shoreline Management Plan, effective Oct. 1, marking the first revision since 1993.
The updated plan establishes new standards for floating facilities, underbrush removal, utility installation, and shoreline allocation on West Point Lake.
Key changes include the requirement that dock plans must now be certified by a licensed professional engineer and approved by project staff. Fixed walkways have been eliminated due to safety concerns. The maximum dimension for a floating facility is now 32 feet by 32 feet, and one floating facility is allowed per deeded lot.
Underbrush removal remains limited to a width of 100 feet, with a minimum spacing of 10 feet between trees. Trees with a diameter of less than three inches may be removed (excluding native ornamental species), and up to 10 native trees or plants can be planted without prior approval.
For utilities, electrical installations must be inspected and certified by a licensed electrician. Solar panels are allowed with proper certification, and water withdrawal pumps may be installed on floating facilities. Improved walkways can now be up to six feet wide, including footbridges, and allow for golf cart usage.
For more information, contact the West Point Project Office at 706-645-2937. You can also follow @WestPointLake.USACE on Facebook or visit the website at: http://www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/CivilWorks/Recreation/WestPointLake.aspx.
