Illinois River Brandon Road LD Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Live Illinois River Brandon Road LD fishing conditions near Rockdale, IL: USACE release, reservoir level, and local weather. Use the latest CFS and level trends to time your trip and pick safe access.
Illinois River Brandon Road LD snapshot
Illinois River at Brandon Road Lock and Dam Illinois River Brandon Road LD sits near Rockdale, IL and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers MVR district. Coordinates: 41.5022°, -88.1051°. Also known as IL03.
- Latest release
- 6,188 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-19 05:00 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 539.06 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-19 05:00 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 Illinois River Brandon Road LD water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.