Gateway Triathlon at Carlyle Lake

Published May 12, 2016

CARLYLE LAKE –   3 Disciplines Racing will be hosting the Gateway Triathlon at Carlyle Lake on Sunday, May 15, 2016.  The triathlon will begin in the Dam West Day Use Area at 8:00 a.m. and will consist of two groups, beginner and advanced, competing in a timed swim, run and bike course.  The swim portion will take place on the south side of the main beach.  The route of the run course will take participants East across the Main Dam and Saddle Dam II.  The bike course will start at the Main Dam and will travel North on Clinton and Bond County roads.  While visiting Carlyle Lake during the triathlon, visitors are encouraged to take extra caution while driving in the areas of the triathlon course.

Due to the number of participants and public safety, Lake Road, located adjacent to the Dam West Recreation Area, will be temporarily closed at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2016 until 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 15, 2016 to accommodate event setup.  The closure will be from the West Spillway entrance to the entrance of Dam West Boat Ramp.  The Dam West Boat Ramp and West Spillway Recreation Area will remain open to the public during the event.

 


Contact
Doug Wasmuth
618-594-2484
or
kim Hammel
618-594-2484

Release no. 16-027