Drying Out

Except for the storms of the last couple of days, we have had a fairly dry summer so far. Water levels are falling in Lake Champlain and it is going to be quite low by fall. In Lake George, the water level is regulated by the dams along the La Chute River, especially the one at the top waterfall. Yesterday the one gate was completely closed, although some water still escapes. The water was still rushing from the furthest gate, but then again it may be coming out of the penstock.

This what it looked like a few years ago during a wet spring...

With the water being controlled, it makes it fun to go under the falls at the Bass Hole (an official name to the swimming hole), but we always listen for the warning sirens in case they open all the gates. The photo of Kenny and Dave below was taken during a previous summer when there was quite a bit of water coming down the falls.

At least the springs and creeks that feed Lake George continue to keep the water flowing, which goes down the La Chute River and eventually adds some water to Lake Champlain. Every little bit helps!