Carlyle Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

01/12/2026

Just like the majestic American Bald Eagles, Eagle Watch is SOARING BACK this year! 🦅 On January 31, join us for an unforgettable morning of eagle excitement, in partnership with the wonderful Case Halstead Library. From captivating live eagle presentations with World Bird Sanctuary at the library to spotting eagles in their natural habitat at General Dean Bridge, it's sure to be a celebration of their grand return to the Carlyle Lake area.

Please note, this event is free, but online registration is required for the live eagle presentations. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating these incredible creatures!

🎟 TICKET LINK: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/carlylelakeusace/eagle-watch-1673607570

01/12/2026

Weekly Lake Information: 1/12/2026
Lake Elevation: 443.81 ft
Tailwater Elevation: 413.29 ft
Release Rate: 720 cfs
Yesterday's Inflow: 250 cfs
Precipitation: 0.20"

01/05/2026

Weekly Lake Information: 1/5/2026
Lake Elevation: 444.00 ft
Tailwater Elevation: 413.67 ft
Release Rate: 980 cfs
Yesterday's Inflow: 1040 cfs
Precipitation: 0.00"

Happy New Year!!! Consider making a resolution that can help saves lives on our nation's waterways. Make a “My Boat, My Rules” resolution that no one will ride on your boat this year unless they are wearing a life jacket.

01/02/2026

If you have plans of taking down your live Christmas tree this weekend, we'll take it! Please drop it off at one of the following locations:

- Allen Branch Boat Ramp
- Little Prairie Nature Trail Parking Lot
- Plant Land in Breese, IL

This spring, trees will be submerged in the lake to create a natural fish habitat! 🐟

12/29/2025

It's that time of the year again where you can help improve fish habitat at Carlyle Lake! You can donate your live Christmas tree (please remove all decorations) at the following locations: Allen Branch Boat Ramp, Little Prairie Nature Trail parking lot, and Plant Land in Breese.

12/29/2025

Weekly Lake Information: 12/29/2025
Lake Elevation: 444.02 ft
Tailwater Elevation: 413.70 ft
Release Rate: 1000 cfs
Yesterday's Inflow: 750 cfs
Precipitation: 0.30"

To honor Adam, go out and enjoy duck hunting, but play it safe by wearing your life jacket and don’t overload your boat. Bands for Adam

12/19/2025

Wearing a life jacket when in, on, or near open water (lakes, rivers, ponds, etc.) is always a wise decision, Please Wear It for those that love you.

12/16/2025

Weekly Lake Information: 12/16/2025
Lake Elevation: 444.36 ft
Tailwater Elevation: 411.59 ft
Release Rate: 80 cfs
Yesterday's Inflow: 90 cfs
Precipitation: 0.00"

After you’ve fallen into cold water that’s 70°F (21°C) or less, it’s nearly impossible to put on a life jacket, or even hold onto one. In approximately 10-minutes you won’t be able to move your arms or legs, so by dressing in layers, including wearing a life jacket over a dry suit.

12/13/2025

We all know the Twelve Days of Christmas, but have you heard of the Twelve Days of Water Safety? This festive holiday jingle is not only fun to sing, if you follow its tips, it could help save your life! All together now, on the 1st day of water safety, a park ranger showed to me… Happy Holidays and Please Wear It!

12/09/2025

12/08/2025

Share this jingle with your friends and family to remind them that wearing life jackets can help them stay safe and return home safely.

In this video LJ and friends take you on a boating adventure. This video shows why it’s important to wear a life jacket. Life jackets come in many different ...