Water
gage height, ft levels
at
Nippersink Lake At Fox Lake
are currently
3
ft,
about
87% of normal.
The average for this time of year is approximately
4.43ft.
Maximum recorded
Gage height, ft
since record keeping began in
2007
was
2017-07-17
when levels reached
7.96 ft.
Lowest recorded
Gage height, ft
was
2013-12-24
when levels receded to
2.12 ft.
View historical levels.
Nippersink Lake is located in Fox Lake, Illinois, and has a rich history dating back to the early 1800s when it was used for logging and ice harvesting. The lake is fed by several small streams and has a surface area of approximately 1,000 acres. It is home to a variety of aquatic plants and wildlife, including bass, bluegill, and northern pike. The lake is also a popular spot for boating, fishing, and swimming. In terms of hydrology, the lake receives water from both surface flow and snowpack melt. It is also surrounded by agricultural land, which can impact water quality through runoff. Despite these challenges, efforts have been made to preserve the lake's natural beauty and recreational opportunities.
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