As we watched the forecasted levels for the Great Lakes throughout the winter, the trend was in the wrong direction. Lack of a hard freeze on Lake Michigan and a below average northern snow fall had allowed Lake Michigan to drop to a level 11 inches below 2010’s comparable level at the beginning of March.
However, the past few weeks have been great for adding water to the big Lake .
In fact, we just received our weekly report from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, showing an increase during the month of April for Lake Michigan of six inches. We’re now four inches within 2010’s level and the continuing run-off over the next few weeks should help close that gap.
If you would like to view the regular reports provided by the U.S.A.C.E, visit this link: CLICK HERE.
The strong rains also raise our rivers and streams. At Pier 33, that means Morrison Channel will be running a little quicker than usual during the early part of the season. Adjust your dock lines accordingly. For all boaters, the rising rivers and channels are sweeping debris from the banks that will be headed downstream and eventually out into the Lake . Be extra watchful when you are underway, for tree limbs, stumps and other floatable debris that may be hard to spot.
