Weed Harvester Operation

The RomeRock Association’s policy on its use of the weed harvester is to maintain an open channel for boats to pass through. Clearing out weeds around individual docks is a time consuming operation and the harvester is not an efficient tool for this type of work.

The Harvester’s Operating Manual Discourages this task, as well:
“Do not attempt to harvest aquatic plants next to boats, rafts, piers, seawalls, etc. A gust of wind, water current, and other factors may cause a collision with these obstacles with resulting damage to the harvester or the obstacle that was struck.”

Removal of shoreline vegetation is the responsibility of the property owner. Rakes are better suited to remove weeds from around docks and seawalls. A quick online search shows many options for rakes, including ones that can be thrown and dragged with a rope.

If weeds are becoming a problem in your channel or cove, please call the Association Office and we will add your lot to our list. Please ensure that your lot number is viable from your dock, this is a big help for our maintenance department.