Boat ramps at Lake Walter E. Long closed until further notice as crews prep for Decker Dam upgrades

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- All boat ramps on Lake Walter E. Long, also known as Decker Lake, are closed for the foreseeable future.
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department, or PARD, sent out a notice of the closures on Thursday. PARD said lake access is still available for shore-launched watercraft such as canoes and kayaks, and all other park amenities, including volleyball courts, picnic sites, grills, and walking trails, will remain available.PARD said the water levels at the lake are