Lac qui Parle Dam Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Live Lac qui Parle Dam fishing conditions near Watson, MN: USACE release, reservoir level, and local weather. Use the latest CFS and level trends to time your trip and pick safe access.
Lac qui Parle Dam snapshot
USACE Owned and Maintained Lac qui Parle Dam sits near Watson, MN and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers MVP district. Coordinates: 45.0222°, -95.8686°. Also known as Lac qui Parle Dam at Lac Qui Parle Flood Control Project.
- Latest release
- 989 CFS
- Recorded 2026-08-03 18:00 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 933.38 ft
- Recorded 2026-08-03 18:00 UTC
Moderate-to-strong release: current seams and eddies can fish well, but stay alert near tailwaters and steep banks.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Lac qui Parle Dam water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.