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Boca Dam

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

Explore the latest fishing and water conditions for Boca Lake, nestled near Truckee, CA. This page provides essential data for anglers, including current release and outflow rates, lake level and elevation, and weather conditions. By accessing official monitoring data, you can plan your fishing trips more effectively, ensuring you're prepared for changing conditions. Whether you're checking the lake's water levels to find the best fishing spots or monitoring weather updates to choose the right gear, the information here is invaluable for enhancing your fishing experience. Stay informed with real-time updates to make the most of your time on the water.

Boca·SPK

Fishing spots map

Fish type

Bass

Current outflow

266.8

CFS

Live reading from the past 24 hours.

Water level

5,602.16

Above normal

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

Above normal pool (5582.6 FT)

Location

Seasonal fish position

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

Bass · Moderate 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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Outflow: 266.8 CFS

Level: 5602.16 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

5,602.16ft

Above normal

Operational Parameters

Above normal pool (5582.6 ft)

Key Engineering Levels

Top of Dam5612.00 ft

Top of Flood5605.00 ft

Top of ConservationN/A

Top of Inactive5521.00 ft

Level Scale

Top of Conservation

N/A

Reading Log: 7-Day Temporal Window

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Boca Dam — frequently asked questions

Is Boca Dam releasing water right now?

As of the most recent reading, Boca Dam is discharging about 267 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 Boca Dam?

The latest water level at Boca Dam is about 5,602.16 ft. That's about 19.57 ft above the normal conservation pool of 5,582.59 ft. See the live level chart above for the latest trend.