FRENCH LAKE

Reservoir Levels Weather Hydrology


RESERVOIR CALIFORNIA

French Lake


April 19, 2024

12,119 acre-ft

+0.62% today
97% of Normal Normal

Water storage levels at French Lake are currently 12,119 acre-ft, about 97% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 12,534acre-ft. Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 2021 was 2023-06-13 when levels reached 14,299 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 2021-10-19 when levels receded to 6,527 acre-ft. View historical levels.

French Lake is a natural lake located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California. Its history dates back to the 1800s when it was used by miners and loggers to transport goods. The hydrology of French Lake is unique due to its location at the foot of a steep mountain range. The lake is fed by specific surface flow and snowpack providers, including the nearby Carson Pass and Meiss Meadows. The lake is also a vital source of irrigation for the surrounding agricultural lands. Recreational activities such as fishing and hiking are popular among visitors to French Lake. The area is home to a variety of wildlife including black bears, mountain lions, and deer. Today, French Lake remains an important natural resource for the local community and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.



Geolocation -120.544, 39.440
Elevation 6,664 ft
Storage 24hr Change 0.62%
Percent of Normal 97%
Minimum 6,527 acre-ft
2021-10-19
Maximum 14,299 acre-ft
2023-06-13
Average 12,534 acre-ft

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Area Boat Ramps

CAPT ROBERTS BOATING SITE
Truckee Watershed, California
SMOKEY LANE 44-50, ALLEGHANY
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
WOODCAMP ACCESS ROAD NEVADA COUNTY
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
SARDINE LAKE ROAD 990, SIERRA CITY
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
PLUMAS COUNTY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
MEADOW LAKE ROAD NEVADA COUNTY
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
SALMON LAKE ROAD 1500, SIERRA CITY
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
HENNESS PASS ROAD, SIERRAVILLE
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
SALMON LAKE -BOAT RAMP BOATING SITE
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
PENINSULA ROAD, STRAWBERRY VALLEY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California

Rafting & Kayaking

CARIBOU RESERVOIR TO BELDON
North Fork Feather Watershed, California
SILVER LAKE TO MEADOW VALLEY
East Branch North Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO BUCKS LAKE
North Fork Feather Watershed, California
ROCK CREEK DAM TO CRESTA RESERVOIR
North Fork Feather Watershed, California
CONFLUENCE WITH EAST AND WEST BRANCHES OF NELSON CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
BUTTE CREEK
Upper Butte Watershed, California
STATE PARK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR TO NF BOUNDARY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, Nevada

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Cedar Drive

Lundsford Park

Chester Park

Mogul Park

Newlands Circle

Wilderness Bucks Lake

Portola City Park

Honey Lake Wildlife Area

Idlewild Park

Wilderness Caribou

                                                                                                                       
                                               
RED ROCKS SCENIC AREA
The Red Rocks Scenic Area is located in the Honey-Eagle Lakes watershed of Nevada. It spans over 195,000 acres and offers breathtaking views of towering red-rock formations and sandstone cliffs. ...
ANGORA RIDGE
ALPHA OMEGA OBSERVATION SITE
WASHINGTON OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE
KYBURZ MARSH WATCHABLE WILDLIFE SITE

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