Lindy's Landing affected by low water levels on Kings River
KINGSBURG, Calif. (KFSN) -- Water levels on the Kings River have dipped because of the drought and recent dry years.
The owner of Lindy's Landing in Kingsburg says water levels have definitely affected attendance, though they did have a lot of people out there Labor Day weekend.
Visitors at Lindy's Landing took advantage of low water levels. The ankle-to-waist deep water was perfect for kids and those wanting to sit instead of swim.
"Just swim, play and then we sit down and just talk," said Marlyn King of Sylmar.
Lindy's Landing owner Gary Lang says water didn't start flowing until July 1st. Even though the drought brought a late start to the summer season, vacationers still showed up to go boating and use their Jet Skis.
"It was actually pretty full; it was up to the top of our pier, so we're happy about that," said Lang.
On August 1st, though, less water was being released into the Kings River and levels started to trickle down. Lang says financial losses have been big -- roughly $50,000 less in reservations compared to last year.
Even though his business was nearly 75 percent full most of the summer, it's still not as busy as it was when water flowing in the Kings River was a sure thing.
"We took like 50 reservations for next year," said Lang. "Some people come six and eight times, but again it will depend on the water. They'll book them, and if the water gets bad then they'll start canceling them."
"Not so busy now because of the relative water levels," said Frank Bender of Glendale.
Monday does not mean the end of business for the year there. Lindy's Landing is open year-round, and they'll be hoping for a lot of rain this winter.
