Devils Lake Near Baraboo

RESERVOIR REPORT

6 ft

Water gage height, ft levels at Devils Lake Near Baraboo are currently 6 ft, about 89% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 7.91ft. Maximum recorded Gage height, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2008-06-13 when levels reached 14.75 ft. Lowest recorded Gage height, ft was 2022-01-26 when levels receded to 4.5 ft. View historical levels.

Devil's Lake is a popular tourist destination located near Baraboo, Wisconsin. The lake is situated in a natural basin formed by the Wisconsin Glacier and is surrounded by high bluffs. Historically, the lake has been used for recreational purposes, including swimming, fishing, and boating. Hydrologically, the lake is fed by surface flow and snowpack from the surrounding hills. The lake's water level fluctuates significantly due to changes in precipitation and weather patterns. The lake and surrounding area have also been used for agricultural purposes, primarily for dairy farming, but recent years have seen a shift towards more sustainable agricultural practices. The lake is now protected as a state park and is an important habitat for a variety of plant and animal species.