4/12/2024: FOX RIVER STATUS UPDATE FROM THE IDNR

Summary The current forecast shows inflows continuing to drop over the next 7 days (Figure 1). Currently the watershed is forecasted to receive between 0.5”-1.0’ of rain over the next 7 days (Figure 4). Water levels are predicted to continue dropping (Figures 2 &...

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4/10/2024: FOX RIVER STATUS UPDATE FROM THE IDNR

Summary The current forecast finally has outflows exceeding inflows, despite fluctuating over the next 7 days due to the anticipated rainfall (Figure 1). Currently the watershed is forecasted to receive between 1.0”-1.25’ of rain over the next 7 days (Figure 4). Water...

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4/7/2024: FOX RIVER STATUS UPDATE FROM THE IDNR

Fox River Status Update April 7th, 2024 *This Update is based on the current forecast and will be adjusted based on future forecasts and rainfall.  Summary  Based on the current forecast, inflows are continuing to drop (Figure 1). The lakes are predicted to crest at...

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4/5/2024: FOX RIVER STATUS UPDATE FROM THE IDNR

Summary: Based on the current forecast, inflows are at the peak (Figure 1). The lakes are predicted to crest at approximately 5.78’ (Figure 2); the Lower River is still forecasted to peak at approximately 5.15’ for the McHenry Tailwater gage (Figure 3), later in the...

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4/4/2024: FOX RIVER STATUS UPDATE FROM THE IDNR

Summary This update is being released due to a possible issue with the readings at the Fox Lake gage. The current forecast uses the gage reading for Nippersink Lake. This has resulted in an increase to predicted lake levels. Inflows are still forecasted to peak on...

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4/3/2024: FOX RIVER STATUS UPDATE FROM THE IDNR

SUMMARY: This update is being released to inform everyone that if preparations need to be made for the elevated water levels, it would be wise to do so. Inflows are still forecasted to peak on Friday at over 6000 cubic feet per second (Figure 1). The Fox Lake gage is...

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4/2/2024: FOX RIVER STATUS UPDATE FROM THE IDNR

SUMMARY: This update is being released due to the updated inflows forecasted from the National Weather Service. Inflows are now forecasted to peak on Friday at over 6300 cubic feet per second (Figure 1). The Fox Lake gage is predicted to crest at approximately 5.40’...

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