Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Live Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir fishing conditions near Yankton, SD: USACE release, reservoir level, and local weather. Use the latest CFS and level trends to time your trip and pick safe access.
Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir snapshot
Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir sits near Yankton, SD and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers NWDM district. Coordinates: 42.8504°, -97.4825°. Also known as Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir on Missouri River near Yankton, SD.
- Latest release
- 25,191 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-19 07:00 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 1205.82 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-19 07:00 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 Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.