Hamilton Lake At Hamilton

RESERVOIR REPORT

8 ft

Water gage height, ft levels at Hamilton Lake At Hamilton are currently 8 ft, about 100% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 8.48ft. Maximum recorded Gage height, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2009-03-12 when levels reached 9.72 ft. Lowest recorded Gage height, ft was 2011-10-13 when levels receded to 7.13 ft. View historical levels.

Hamilton Lake in Indiana was created in 1837 as a result of a dam being built on the headwaters of the Wabash River. The lake covers 800 acres and has an average depth of 25 feet. It is supplied by a combination of surface flow and snowpack from the surrounding area. The lake is a popular destination for recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing. Agricultural uses include irrigation for nearby crops. In recent years, a focus has been put on improving the water quality of the lake through measures such as controlling nutrient runoff from surrounding farms. The lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including fish, waterfowl, and turtles.