Jefferson County Sheriff's Office: Access Restricted On Clear Creek In Jefferson County

Press release from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office:

June 9, 2021

Water activities prohibited by the order include all single-chambered air inflated devices such as belly boats, inner tubes and single chambered rafts, as well as “body-surfers” and swimming. Kayaks, whitewater canoes and multi-chambered professionally guided rafts, river boards, and Stand-Up Paddle Boards (SUPB) are exempt but are encouraged to observe extreme caution due to the safety concerns surrounding swift moving water and floating debris. All of the above authorized users and occupants must have the use of a Type I, Type III, or Type V Coast Guard-approved paddling life jacket and a water use designed helmet.

The reasoning for this decision is as follows:

This press release was produced by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. The views expressed here are the author’s own.