West Okoboji Lake At Lakeside Lab Near Milford

RESERVOIR REPORT

3 ft

Water gage height, ft levels at West Okoboji Lake At Lakeside Lab Near Milford are currently 3 ft, about 88% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 3.98ft. Maximum recorded Gage height, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2018-07-06 when levels reached 6.62 ft. Lowest recorded Gage height, ft was 2012-12-14 when levels receded to 2.61 ft. View historical levels.

West Okoboji Lake is located near Milford, IA in Iowa and is one of the few natural lakes in the state. Lakeside Lab, which is situated on the lake, is a research facility that studies the ecology and hydrology of the area. The lake has a history of being an important recreational spot for tourism in the region. The hydrology of the lake is affected by both surface water flow and snowpack. The lake receives water from the Little Sioux River and its tributaries. The snowpack in the region contributes to the water supply of the lake during the spring and summer months. The lake is also used for agricultural purposes, with farms near the lake using the water for irrigation. Recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming are popular on the lake.