The public access routes to Ken Kenney’s located at Lake Shelbyville are set to see some changes.  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is updating the public access to this location, commonly labeled as Site #46 on the USACE hunting and fishing maps.

The roadway that the public has been using as of late as a route to access the area is privately owned, and is not a designated public access route, according to the USACE.

This location, previously identified in USACE publications as a hunter and fisherman parking area, has been officially updated to clarify that the roadway is private property and that it is not open for public access.

USACE has since worked with private landowners in that region to secure a formal access easement for agency operational purposes. This easement is limited to use only by the USACE, and does not allocate for general public access.

To ensure clarity and respect private property rights, USACE has set plans to install signage in the coming days, as well as provide an update to official maps and publications reflecting this alteration.
Visitors to Lake Shelbyville are encouraged to utilize designated public access areas for recreational activities.

USACE says they are forever committed to maintaining strong partnerships with local landowners while continuing to provide safe and accessible recreation opportunities.

For additional information, contact the Lake Shelbyville Project Office at (217) 774-3951.