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WISCONSIN RESERVOIR LEVELS

April 16 2025
       

Recent observations of Wisconsin's dams and reservoirs indicate that while most water levels are near their historical averages for this time of year, there are some slight deviations. Specifically, Lake Winnebago at Oshkosh and near Stockbridge, Lake Monona at Madison, and Lake Waubesa at McFarland are recording gage heights below their respective averages, which could be indicative of lower water input from tributaries or decreased precipitation. Conversely, Lake Mendota at Madison is only slightly below its average indicating marginal variation. The gage heights for Lac Vieux Desert near Land O'Lakes and Devils Lake near Baraboo are also just below average, which might suggest a pattern of lower-than-normal water levels across the state.

Upon cross-referencing with the Wisconsin State Journal, there is no immediate mention of abnormal conditions in the state's water systems, nor does the San Antonio Express-News offer insights into Wisconsin's hydrological conditions. However, these lower gage heights could be related to factors such as lower snowpack levels leading to reduced spring runoff or possibly less precipitation affecting river flows into the reservoirs. It is crucial to monitor these levels over time to determine if they are part of a natural fluctuation or signal a more concerning trend in the state's water management and climate patterns. Seasonal forecasts and continued observation will be necessary to assess the potential impacts on water storage and management, as well as on recreational activities such as canoeing, which might face challenges due to these variations in water levels.

Reservoirs & Dams