Clinton Lk Nr Lawrence
April 26, 2024
875 ft
+0.02% today100% of Normal • Normal
Water lake or reservoir water surface elevation above ngvd 1929, ft levels at Clinton Lk Nr Lawrence are currently 875 ft, about 100% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 876.34ft. Maximum recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2019-06-29 when levels reached 897.05 ft. Lowest recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft was 2014-04-12 when levels receded to 871.04 ft. View historical levels.
Clinton Lake is a reservoir situated in the northeast of Lawrence, Kansas. The construction of the lake began in 1963 and was completed in 1977. Clinton Lake provides water supply for the City of Lawrence and also has recreational facilities. The lake has a catchment area of 161 square miles and the hydrology is mainly affected by rainfall and snowmelt. There are four main tributaries that provide surface flow to the lake, including Camp Creek, Rock Creek, Washington Creek, and Wakarusa River. Snowpack is also an important source of water for the lake. The lake is also used for agricultural purposes, including irrigation, and recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, and camping.
| Geolocation | -95.332, 38.931 |
| Elevation | 880 ft |
| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0.02% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
871.04 ft
2014-04-12 |
| Maximum |
897.05 ft
2019-06-29 |
| Average | 876 ft |
| Hydraulic_Height | 116 |
| Drainage_Area | 367 |
| Year_Completed | 1977 |
| Nid_Storage | 368700 |
| River_Or_Stream | WAKARUSA RIVER |
| Structural_Height | 114 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
| Foundations | Soil |
| Surface_Area | 7000 |
| Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled - 0 |
| Dam_Length | 9250 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Height | 116 |
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