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Painted Rock Dam

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

Painted Rock Reservoir, situated near Sun City West, AZ, offers anglers a comprehensive resource for planning their fishing trips. This page provides crucial information on current water conditions, including release and outflow data, lake level and elevation, and local weather updates. Using official monitoring data, anglers can gauge the best times to fish by understanding how water movement might affect fish behavior. The lake level and elevation details help determine access points and fishing spots, ensuring a safe and successful outing. Weather conditions are continuously updated to assist in planning for optimal comfort and safety. Whether you're looking to catch your next big fish or simply enjoy a day by the water, this page equips you with the necessary insights to make the most of your visit to Painted Rock Reservoir.

Painted Rock·SPL

Fishing spots map

Fish type

Bass

Current outflow

0.0

CFS

Live reading from the past 24 hours.

Water level

535.02

Above normal

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

Above normal pool (530.1 FT)

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

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Outflow: 0.0 CFS

Level: 535.02 ft

Temp: N/A

🎣Species: Bass

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 Status

535.02ft

Above normal

Operational Parameters

Above normal pool (530.1 ft)

Key Engineering Levels

Top of Dam705.00 ft

Top of Flood661.00 ft

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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Painted Rock Dam — frequently asked questions

Is Painted Rock Dam releasing water right now?

As of the most recent reading, Painted Rock 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 Painted Rock Dam?

The latest water level at Painted Rock Dam is about 535.02 ft. That's about 4.92 ft above the normal conservation pool of 530.1 ft. See the live level chart above for the latest trend.