Skaneateles Lake At Skaneateles Ny
RESERVOIR REPORT
October 4 202319
+2.08% today113% of Normal • High
Water levels at Skaneateles Lake At Skaneateles Ny are currently 19 , about 113% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 17.2. Maximum recorded since record keeping began in 2018 was 2020-07-11 when levels reached 26.7 . Lowest recorded was 2018-12-12 when levels receded to 2.3 . View historical levels.
Skaneateles Lake is a glacially formed lake located in Skaneateles, New York. The lake is roughly 16 miles long and has a maximum depth of 315 feet. The lake is fed by several small streams and is the primary source of drinking water for the city of Syracuse. The lake has a rich history, with Native American tribes settling in the area over 10,000 years ago. In the 1800s, the lake became a popular destination for wealthy vacationers who built grand homes on its shores. Today, Skaneateles Lake is a popular spot for recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing. The lake is also home to several species of fish, including lake trout, rainbow trout, and smallmouth bass. Agriculture in the area is limited due to the steep terrain and limited flat land.
| Geolocation | -76.430, 42.945 |
| Elevation | 859.36 ft |
| 24hr Change | 2.08% |
| Percent of Normal | 113% |
| Minimum |
2.3
2018-12-12 |
| Maximum |
26.7
2020-07-11 |
| Average | 17 |
AREA SURFACE FLOWS
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| TIOUGHNIOGA RIVER AT CORTLAND NY | 111 cfs | 3.1 ft |
| OWASCO OUTLET AT GENESEE ST. | 46 cfs | 0.7 ft |
| ONEIDA RIVER NEAR EUCLID NY | 407 cfs | 3.0 ft |
| OTSELIC RIVER AT CINCINNATUS NY | 32 cfs | 0.7 ft |
| ONONDAGA CREEK NEAR CARDIFF NY | 8 cfs | 1.2 ft |
| SCRIBA CREEK NEAR CONSTANTIA NY | 25 cfs | 2.1 ft |
| KEUKA LAKE OUTLET AT DRESDEN NY | 16 cfs | 2.0 ft |
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