River Drawdown
The drawdown will always occur on the last weekend of April that includes a Sunday. Remember that, and you will never need to ask again.
The drawdown lowers the river approximately 4 feet, and begins Wednesday evening. Depending on the water flow, it is generally at its drawdown level from Thursday through Sunday. Restoring the level typically begins at midnight Sunday, and it should return to normal depth by Monday afternoon or evening. If it is necessary to extend or alter the drawdown in any way (as it was in 1993), the association will attempt to notify all dues-paying members, and a notice will be placed on this website.
Boat Launch Keys
The boat launching area at the corner of Buttrick and Thornapple River Drive is separately owned by the Thornapple Downs Association. This association will sell keys to our members. Keys can be purchased at the annual meeting and by contacting the Thornapple Downs Association. A form for obtaining a key from Thornapple Downs may be downloaded by clicking here.