Lake Riley Improvement Association

Lake Riley Improvement Association – Annual Meeting
Monday, April 25, 2022
Arrive anytime after 5:00 pm to grab dinner & socialize with your neighbors
7:00 pm Meeting Start

Location:
Chanhassen American Legion
290 Lake Drive East, Chanhassen, MN 55317

Low Water Levels

This year's drought conditions have lead to extremely low water levels on all of the regional lakes including Riley.

We aware of underwater hazards such as rocks and branches
Check boat lift levels to ensure you can get on and off the lift
Move lifts out if necessary
Try to avoid floating boats too long in the water so as to keep zebra mussels from attaching to motors and intakes

Excellent Water Clarity on Lake Riley

Long-time resident on Lake Riley, John Bushey gives a historical perspective on the exceptionally clear water we have on Lake Riley.

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Boat Parade

The votes are in for last year's 4th of July Parade. See who ended up with the trophies and start planning your theme for next year.

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Objectives

CLEAN LAKE

Free of pollution & refuse
Free of excessive weeds & algae
Minimize impact of Aquatic Invasive Species

BETTER FISHING

Proper stocking
Removal of rough fish
Suitable spawning areas

SAFE LAKE

Boating, fishing, swimming, water sports, and winter activities can be enjoyed by all
Free from fear of danger of boating law violators
Under supervision of proper authorities

BUILD COMMUNITY

Provide opportunities for neighbors around lake to interact and get to know one another
Support uses of the lake beneficial to broader community

Did you get inspected?

Boat launch inspections are important to protect the lake (and other lakes) from invasive species. The city has a staff of inspectors that are scheduled to inspect boats throughout most of the day. If you put your boat in or take it out of Lake Riley and you ARE NOT inspected, please fill out this form to let us know.

Inspection Hours:
Starting May 9th
Fri-Sun: 6am to 8pm
Mon-Thu: 6am to 7pm

Starting Oct 20
Sat-Sun: 6am to 7pm

* Indicates required field

Your Name *

First

Last

What Date and Time did you launch (or recover) your boat? *

Approximately how many trailers were in the lot? *

Comments *

Submit

(pictures and videos courtesy of David Florenzano)

Ice Boats

Depending on ice and snow conditions, you may see some of the ice boats zipping around the lake. Their high-speed and quick manueverability make them a site to behold.

*Please remember to mark any large fish holes that you cut in the ice to keep everyone safe.

Updates from the Watershed District

The association works in conjunction with the Watershed District to help keep Lake Riley clean, healthy, and beautiful. Download the new brochure to learn more.

Download Brochure

CONTRIBUTE TO THE FISH FUND

We are now collecting donations to contribute to the fish fund. Every year, the LRIA pays to stock fish in the lake that will help with the overall fish health and population. This is 100% funded by your contributions, so please donate today for fantastic fishing tomorrow.

Donate to Fish Fund

Partnerships

Every season brings opportunities for Lake Riley neighbors to connect with each other. Many members are active with our Watershed District and the Southwest Metro Lakes Coalition. We have partnered with the University of Minnesota in their world-class carp study, and continue to work with them as they study the complicated balance between lake vegetation, aquatic life, and nutrients in the water.

Members of the LRIA are proud of the abundant fish, fowl and animal life that are brought together by the water of Lake Riley. Keeping the lake healthy to sustain the natural life that abounds within and around it is a priority for the Lake Riley Improvement Association. It is a cherished natural and recreational resource for the whole community.

Watershed District
University of Minnesota
Minnesota DNR

Let's Go Fishing

Let's Go Fishing operates fishing trips for seniors, veterans, and the disabled on Lake Riley and other bodies of water. Please contact them if you would like to get involved in their mission.

Let's Go Fishing

Lake Riley in 1945

Guidelines for Ice Safety.

Watershed Awareness Worksheet

The Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District works to protect our lakes, streams, and wetlands. Watershed districts are unique to Minnesota. They are local government bodies, organized under the state Board of Water and Soil Resources. Their boundaries can cross multiple cities and counties. Why? Because they are based around a watershed, all the land that drains to a particular water body. We invite you to learn about the district, and how you can help to preserve clean water in our community. Learn More

About the Association