SCHUYLKILL HAVEN - In spite of recent frigid temperatures, skaters have not yet been able to take to the ice on Stoyer's Dam.
"Right now it's a slushy mess," borough Manager Scott Graver said Monday.
Safety rules require ice to be at least six inches thick before recreation is permitted on the frozen surface of the borough's popular recreation site.
Meanwhile, in spite of a blast of arctic air covering the county today and Wednesday, the long-term forecast does not look promising for ice skaters, either. The National Weather Service calls for above freezing temperatures following this week.
"We need a prolonged cold spell in order to be able to skate on the dam," Graver said.
The park is normally open from dawn until dusk, but when the ice is finally 6 inches deep, hours are not enforced.
Skaters from around the county usually come to the borough when the winter weather makes their sport possible.
If residents wish to check if the dam is safe enough for skating, Graver said they should call the borough hall.SCHUYLKILL HAVEN