Lake of the Woods Control Board Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
 
 

SUMMER WATER LEVEL ON LAKE OF THE WOODS

QUESTION:  Is the water level in July on Lake of the Woods higher in recent years than it used to be?
ANSWER:  For 4 of the last 5 years, July levels were higher than the average in the 1970's, 80's and 90's. However, they have not set any new records and, over the long term, there hasn't been any definite trend. The average July level for the 90's was lower than in the 40's, 50's and 60's, about the same as in the 20's and higher than in the 30's, 70's and 80's.