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Big Dry Creek Dam

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

Big Dry Creek Reservoir, located near Clovis, CA, provides anglers with a valuable resource for planning their fishing trips. This page offers essential real-time data, including the current lake level and elevation, which can help determine the best fishing spots and times. It also provides information on the release and outflow, crucial for understanding water movement that can affect fish behavior. Additionally, weather conditions are updated regularly, allowing anglers to prepare for any changes that might influence their day on the water. All data is sourced from official monitoring data, ensuring accuracy and reliability for your fishing plans. Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to the sport, this page is your go-to source for optimizing your fishing experience at Big Dry Creek Reservoir.

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Fishing spots map

Fish type

Bass

Current outflow

0.0

CFS

Live reading from the past 24 hours.

Water level

N/A

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

Location

Seasonal fish position

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

Bass · Low discharge

Early/Late Summer Pattern

Fish hold on mid-depth structure and chase bait near current seams.

Medium confidence10-20 ft

Shallow

Mid-depth

Deep

10-20 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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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

BETA

Get a personalized read on whether to fish today, plus bait and strategy tailored to your target species.

Outflow: 0.0 CFS

Level: N/A

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

400ft

Above normal

Operational Parameters

Above normal pool (400.0 ft)

Key Engineering Levels

Top of Dam442.20 ft

Top of Flood432.70 ft

Top of Conservation397.20 ft

Top of Inactive400.00 ft

Level Scale

Top of Conservation

397.2

Reading Log: 7-Day Temporal Window

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Big Dry Creek Dam — frequently asked questions

Is Big Dry Creek Dam releasing water right now?

As of the most recent reading, Big Dry Creek Dam is showing little to no water release (about 0 cfs). Releases can change quickly with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) operations and rainfall — check the live outflow chart above before you head out.

What is the current water level at Big Dry Creek Dam?

The latest water level at Big Dry Creek Dam is about 400 ft. That's about 2.8 ft above the normal conservation pool of 397.2 ft. See the live level chart above for the latest trend.