Lake Waubesa At Mc Farland reservoir
Lake Waubesa At Mc Farland
Lake Waubesa is a popular lake located in McFarland, Wisconsin. The lake has a rich history, as it was formed during the last ice age and was a critical gathering place for Native American tribes. Today, the lake is an important source of water for the surrounding communities and supports a wide range of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, and swimming. The hydrology of the lake is complex, with water flowing in from several different sources, including the Yahara River and several smaller streams. The lake also receives a significant amount of runoff from nearby agricultural areas, which can impact water quality. Despite these challenges, Lake Waubesa remains an important resource for the community and a vital part of Wisconsin's natural landscape.
Daily levels at Lake Waubesa At Mc Farland
Storage volume, pool elevation, and total release plotted from the operating agency's daily observations.
Gage height, ft
ft · code 00065
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lake Waubesa At Mc Farland -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yahara River At Mc Farland | 331 cfs | → |
| Yahara River At East Main Street At Madison | 200 cfs | → |
| Yahara River At Forton St. Bridge At Stoughton | 343 cfs | → |
| Yahara River At State Hwy 113 At Madison | 88 cfs | → |
| Spring Creek Near Waunakee | 7 cfs | → |
| Badger Mill Creek At Verona | 7 cfs | → |
About Lake Waubesa At Mc Farland
Where does the data for Lake Waubesa At Mc Farland come from?
Daily storage, pool elevation, and release rates are sourced from USGS, USBR, and USACE monitoring stations. Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
Storage observations are updated daily by the operating agency. The 15-day weather forecast refreshes throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- check the "as of" timestamp on the storage card.
What does the Hazard hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this reservoir, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.