Conditions across the basin remained stable over the past week. Forecasts indicate dry conditions on most days and the possibility of above freezing daytime temperatures through the coming week.
The current level of the Lake of the Woods is 322.46 m (1057.95 ft), a 15th percentile level, below the normal range for this time of year. The average lake level decreased 2.1 cm (0.8 in) over the past week and is expected to remain stable or decrease by 1.6 cm (0.6 in) over the next week. Lake of the Woods authorized outflow is 275 m3/s, with no changes scheduled at this time.
The current level of Lac Seul is 355.07 m (1164.9 ft), a 15th percentile level, below the normal range for this time of year. The lake level decreased 8.5 cm (3.3 in) over the last week and is expected to decrease by 5.8 to 8 cm (2.3 to 3.1 in) over the next week. Lac Seul authorized outflow will be reduced to 275 m3/s, on Monday, February 16 to continue slowing the rate of level decline.