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Yates (APC)

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Fishing report & water release — real-time flow and lake level

Discover crucial fishing and water conditions for Yates Lake, located near Tuskegee, Alabama. This page provides real-time insights into the lake's current status, which are essential for planning your fishing trip. Anglers can access up-to-date information on water release and outflow rates, lake levels, and elevation, all sourced from official monitoring data. Additionally, local weather conditions are included to help you anticipate and prepare for your day on the water. By understanding these key elements, you can make informed decisions about when and where to fish, optimizing your chances for a successful catch. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a newcomer to the sport, this comprehensive data will enhance your fishing experience at Yates Lake.

Yates·SAM

Fishing spots map

Fish type

Bass

Current outflow

5.2k

CFS

Live reading from the past 24 hours.

Water level

342.42

Low

Latest value from the chart date range (pool / reservoir).

Below conservation pool (342.9 FT)

Location

Seasonal fish position

Estimated holding depth based on season, temperature, and flow.

Bass · High discharge

Summer Low-Light Feed

Fish rise to feed during dawn/dusk before dropping deeper later.

High confidence8-16 ft

Shallow

Mid-depth

Deep

8-16 ft

Season

Jun

JanDec

Conditions right now

Weather at the ramp

Air temp

N/A°F

Wind

N/Amph

Pressure

N/AhPa

Barometric pressure.

Cloud cover

N/A

Good for reading surface activity.

Sunrise / sunset

No data

Water release alerts

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AI fishing analysis

BETA

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Outflow: 5.2k CFS

Level: 342.42 ft

Temp: N/A

🎣Species: Bass

Analysis uses current outflow, level, weather, and pressure trend.

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Technical analysis

Water level history

Measured in ft

Level Status

342.42ft

Low

Operational Parameters

Below conservation pool (342.9 ft)

Key Engineering Levels

Top of DamN/A

Top of FloodN/A

Top of ConservationN/A

Top of InactiveN/A

Level Scale

Top of Conservation

N/A

Reading Log: 7-Day Temporal Window

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Yates (APC) — frequently asked questions

Is Yates (APC) releasing water right now?

As of the most recent reading, Yates (APC) is discharging about 5,237 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 Yates (APC)?

The latest water level at Yates (APC) is about 342.42 ft. That's right around its normal conservation pool of 343.39 ft. See the live level chart above for the latest trend.