Lock and Dam 5A Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Lock and Dam 5A fishing report based on live water release, lake level, and local weather near Fountain City, WI. Check current outflow (CFS), water level, and species-specific notes before your trip.
Lock and Dam 5A snapshot
USACE Owned and Maintained Lock and Dam 5A sits near Fountain City, WI and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers MVP district. Coordinates: 44.0891°, -91.6722°. Also known as Lock and Dam 05a at Mississippi River 9 foot Channel Navigation Project.
- Latest release
- 29,879 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-19 08:15 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 650.63 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-19 08:15 UTC
Very high release: dangerous near outlets and below the dam. Avoid swift water and follow posted warnings.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Lock and Dam 5A water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.