Lake Zoar Boat Launch
Lake Zoar Boat Launch
Southbury
Note: Lake Zoar is subject to seasonal and periodic water level fluctuations.
When available, additional information will be posted here or contact FirstLight Power Resources (FirstLight), the owner and operator of the Rocky River hydroelectric power station at (888-417-4837) for more information.
September 10, 2026
Lake Zoar – Beginning on October 17, 2026, FirstLight will initiate a drawdown of Lake Zoar at the Stevenson Dam to conduct its annual maintenance and inspection activities. The normal summer operating range of the station is from 103’-100.5’, and the drawdown will target an elevation of 98.5’. The drawdown will lower lake levels to minimum pond levels and aim to return to normal operating elevations on October 26, 2026, as river conditions allow. All homeowners are encouraged to remove structures, boat lifts, and docks from Lake Zoar to prevent ice or flood damage from occurring during the winter months. All work planned to occur along the shoreline requires prior permitting from FirstLight, who can be contacted at www.firstlightpermits.com.
Site Sketch of the Lake Zoar Boat Launch
| Type: | Trailered |
|---|---|
| Season: | Year-round |
| Address: | 210 Scout Road, Southbury * do not rely on Google Maps for directions |
| Directions: | I-84, Exit 14, go south on Lakeside Road, turn right on Lee Farm Drive at the four way intersection to Scout Road. Launch is at the end of Scout Road. |
| Lake Area: | 909 Acres |
| Regulations: | 45 MPH limit daytime, 25 MPH from 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise; vessels are prohibited from approaching within 300 feet on upstream side or 700 feet on downstream side of Stevenson Dam. |
| Fishing Regulations: | Freshwater Fishing Guide (ct.gov) |
| Docks: | Floating Wood (Seasonal) |
| Toilets: | Chemical (Seasonal) |
| Parking Spaces: | 60 |
| Parking Surface: | Paved/Gravel |
| Access Road Surface: | Paved |
| Ramp Surface: | Concrete Slab |
| ADA Accessible: | Yes |
| Additional Info: | Schedule of Fishing Tournaments (ct.gov) and Marine Events (note: tournaments are not open to the public.) |
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Content Last Updated September 15, 2026.