Wednesday November 20, 2024
KRCR —
Northstate lakes await replenishment as wet weather moves in, but patience is urged by officials.
“We are very excited by this current set of storms coming in,” said Michael Burke, Bureau of Reclamation. “Shasta reservoir is about 90% rain filled. So, any amount of precipitation we get up here is helpful to the lake. But truthfully, it is going to take about three storms like this before we really begin to see the lake level rise.”
Lakes throughout the Northstate are awaiting replenishment as wet weather moves in. However, officials are urging patience.
Despite a nice 2024 water year, the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), responsible for managing the Shasta Dam, said Shasta Lake remains 81 feet from the crest—27 feet lower than in 2023.