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Damage to Lake Summit dam reduces recreation, poses risks

Every day is a no-wake day on Lake Summit because high lake levels often submerge boat docks and yards. The no-wake rule is good for paddlers and aquatic life, not so good for jet skiers and motorboats.

By Amy McCraw, Published: August 21, 2025

Not much has changed on Lake Summit nearly a year after Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina.

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