Black Canyon Dam Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Plan Black Canyon Dam (ID) trips with real-time outflow, lake elevation, and weather pulled from public USACE sensors near Caldwell. See species notes and where-to-fish access points.
Black Canyon Dam snapshot
USBR Hydromet Station EMM Black Canyon Dam sits near Caldwell, ID and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers NWDP district. Coordinates: 43.9304°, -116.4365°. Also known as BLACK CANYON DAM RES ON PAYETTE NR EMMETT ID.
- Latest release
- 2,810 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-19 06:45 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 3.86 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-19 06:45 UTC
High release: expect strong current. Fish protected water and current breaks, and be careful wading near outlets.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Black Canyon Dam water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.