New marina proposed inside Duke’s hydro project

An arm of the federal government, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission,  is accepting public comment on an application for a new Lake Keowee marina.  This one would be known as Sunset Marina and would occupy waters where Gap Hill Marina was previously located.  The marina would cover 6.08 acres and include 13 boat docks to accommodate 171 watercraft, a concrete access ramp to support a dry-stack facility outside the project boundary, continued use of an existing concrete boat ramp, a fueling facility, and a pump-out facility.  Duke Energy proposes to lease the property to Mountain Lakes Marina LLC.  Deadline   to comment, intervene, or make protests is April 8.