April 17, 2015 - The City has received reports of kids accessing pump and intake platforms at Lake Pinkston for diving or jumping. Photos of young teens jumping from the shallow side intake pier along CR 1211 were obtained by the City this week. Signs are posted for the public’s safety from not only high voltage electrical equipment but also hazardous situations.
These platforms have piping and concrete structures below water level that are not readily visible particularly with the present water levels. Jumping or diving from these structures could result in serious injury or death and we request the assistance of parents and the general public in reporting any activity around these facilities to the Sheriff’s Office.
The City is not interested in prosecuting and has not documented signs of vandalism or criminal mischief but is interested in protecting area youth from dangerous situations.
