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Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir
LiveFishing report & water release — real-time flow and lake level
Explore the latest fishing and water conditions at Gavins Point Reservoir, located near Yankton, South Dakota. This page provides essential information to enhance your angling experience. You can access real-time data on the reservoir's release and outflow, cu…View all
25.2k
CFS1,206.44
ftLatest value from the chart date range (pool / reservoir).
Normal range (1204.5–1206.7 FT)
Location
Seasonal fish position
Estimated holding depth based on season, temperature, and flow.
Summer Low-Light Feed
Fish rise to feed during dawn/dusk before dropping deeper later.
Season
Jun
Conditions right now
Weather at the ramp
Barometric pressure.
Good for reading surface activity.
NOAA lake forecast
For lake fishing conditions
Quick view of the official National Weather Service point forecast for this lake, tuned for boat and bank anglers.
NOAA forecast data is not available for this location right now.
Forecast data provided by NOAA / National Weather Service (`weather.gov`).
Water release alerts
Get notified when flow changes
Get email notifications when water levels change. Set a custom threshold to be notified when conditions match your target.
Custom flow limit (CFS)
AI fishing analysis
BETAGet a personalized read on whether to fish today, plus bait and strategy tailored to your target species.
Analysis uses current outflow, level, weather, and pressure trend.
Or email info@alert.catchdamfish.com with "Lake name, state" in the body.
Technical analysis
Water level history
Measured in ft
Level Scale
Reading Log: 7-Day Temporal Window
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Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir — frequently asked questions
Is Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir releasing water right now?
As of the most recent reading, Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir is discharging about 25,238 cfs. Releases change with USACE operations and rainfall, so check the live outflow chart above before you fish.
What is the current water level at Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir?
The latest water level at Gavins Point Dam & Reservoir is about 1,206.44 ft. That's about 1.94 ft above the normal conservation pool of 1,204.5 ft. See the live level chart above for the latest trend.