Newsroom_News Release_2026-05-11 DNR Reopens Newville Boat Launch Along Rock River After Flooding

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2026-05-11

Contact: Nathan Nye, DNR Fisheries Team Supervisor
Nathan.Nye@wisconsin.gov or 608-635-5143

DNR Reopens Newville Boat Launch Along Rock River After Flooding

A boat launch along a river. Some water is pooled in front of the launch, showing signs of recent flooding. Water levels on the Rock River have receded and the launch can now be safely accessed by the public Photo credit: Wisconsin DNR

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has reopened the Newville boat launch in Rock County, effectively immediately, after being closed on April 20 due to dangerously high water levels.

Water levels on the Rock River have receded and the launch can now be safely accessed by the public.

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