Fox Lake Near Lake Villa
RESERVOIR REPORT
March 19 20243 ft
0% today80% of Normal • Low
Water gage height, ft levels at Fox Lake Near Lake Villa are currently 3 ft, about 80% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 4.01ft. Maximum recorded Gage height, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2017-07-17 when levels reached 8.01 ft. Lowest recorded Gage height, ft was 2021-03-17 when levels receded to 1.08 ft. View historical levels.
Fox Lake is a natural lake located near Lake Villa, IL in Illinois. The lake has a rich history, dating back to the early 1800s when it was used for fishing and hunting by Native American tribes. Today, the lake is primarily used for recreational purposes, including boating and fishing. The lake is fed by several small streams and has a drainage area of approximately 27 square miles. The lake's water quality is monitored by the Fox Waterway Agency, which also manages the many canals and waterways in the area. The lake also provides important surface flow and snowpack for the surrounding agricultural community. In addition, the lake serves as an important habitat for a variety of aquatic plants and animals. Overall, Fox Lake is an important natural resource for the surrounding community and is valued for its recreational and ecological importance.
Geolocation | -88.138, 42.420 |
Elevation | 735.81 ft |
Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | 0% |
Percent of Normal | 80% |
Minimum |
1.08 ft
2021-03-17 |
Maximum |
8.01 ft
2017-07-17 |
Average | 4 ft |
AREA SURFACE FLOWS
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Stage |
---|---|---|
KASKASKIA RIVER NEAR COWDEN | 1,390 cfs | 7.8 ft |
WHITLEY CREEK NEAR ALLENVILLE | 32 cfs | 3.7 ft |
KASKASKIA RIVER AT COOKS MILLS | 400 cfs | 4.8 ft |
WEST OKAW RIVER NEAR LOVINGTON | 70 cfs | 4.3 ft |
EMBARRAS RIVER AT STE. MARIE | 1,100 cfs | 4.3 ft |
KASKASKIA RIVER AT SHELBYVILLE | 1,330 cfs | 10.4 ft |
LITTLE WABASH RIVER BELOW CLAY CITY | 1,160 cfs | 11.8 ft |