Leech Lake Dam Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Live Leech Lake Dam fishing conditions near Federal Dam, MN: USACE release, reservoir level, and local weather. Use the latest CFS and level trends to time your trip and pick safe access.
Leech Lake Dam snapshot
USACE Owned and Maintained Leech Lake Dam sits near Federal Dam, MN and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers MVP district. Coordinates: 47.2475°, -94.2218°. Also known as Leech Lake Dam at Mississippi River Headwaters Project.
- Latest release
- 117 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-19 08:00 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 1294.52 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-19 08:00 UTC
Lower release: generally safer conditions, but watch footing and changing water levels near inflows and outflows.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Leech Lake Dam water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.