Another one hits the rocks

[upthesaukee]

Originally Posted by loonguy

A little off topic, but the water level now seems a couple of feet lower than a month ago, which compounds the rock problem. Is any advance notice available with respect to water levels? Fortunately, I already put my boat in storage this season, but the rock risk was significantly greater this week than before and it would be helpful to know projected water levels when deciding timing for storage. Knowing the rules and using a compass and charts are not that helpful when you need to first navigate from your dock among many rocks in low water.

The lake is 503.39, just shy of a foot below full lake at 504.32. Shorelines can become shallower and rocks stand up tall. Yup, need to be careful.