Last night the dam release was increased from 1200 CFS to 1500 CFS, where it is currently scheduled to remain until 11:59 PM tonight (11/30).  Weather today wasn't necessarily optimal with little overcast, but it sure was more comfortable than the last few days.  A little bit of wind, but not much mention of it being an issue.  And for the leaves, it seems like things were pretty well flushed out from the 1200 adjustment.  Ultimately, reports from the anglers we spoke with today indicated another tough go at things, with little success.  We saw a bit of melt and run off from the warmer conditions today, and will most likely continue to, with temperatures expected to remain above freezing with a bit of rain forecasted.  Please check safewaters.com/facility/lighthouse-hill for updated dam release information.  Please note that DSR will close to fishing with a DAM RELEASE of 2,000 CFS or greater.

46° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:16am

Sunset: 4:30pm

1820 CFS Pineville Gauge

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Much to everyone's surprise, the couple of inches that were forecasted turned into another 10+ inches early this morning.  And, to keep things interesting, the dam release was increased from 750 CFS to 1200 CFS last night, where it is scheduled to remain until tonight at 11:59 PM (11/29).  Winds were much more tolerable today, with some strong gusts here and there, but nothing compared to that of yesterday.  The couple of anglers that joined us on the run today indicated no success, with leaves being today's hurdle. With the current 1200 CFS dam release scheduled only until 11:59 PM tonight, please check safewaters.com/facility/lighthouse-hill for updated scheduling.

30° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:15am

Sunset: 4:30pm

1540 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Despite the 18+ inches of snow we accumulated last night, and the driving winds, a few die hard anglers fished through the greater part of the day.  Needless to say, not much was in the angler's favor, besides the lack of angling pressure.  Flows increased last night from 500 CFS to 750 CFS, where it is currently scheduled to remain until tonight at 11:59 PM (11/28).  With the cold weather continuing, and little threat of melt in the immediate future, we likely won't see a further increase in the release.  Currently, forecasts for expected snowfall this evening into tomorrow have and will likely continue to change.  Please check safewaters.com/facility/lighthouse-hill for updated dam release information.

29° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:14am

Sunset: 4:30pm

980 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Quite a mixture of weather today. We started with mild temperatures and a bit of rain, then slowly progressed to heavy winds with flurries.  With the forecasted severe weather ahead of us, just over two dozen anglers joined us first thing this morning ahead of the expected snow.  Most called it quits early afternoon, with just a handful of anglers sticking it out until sunset.  Reports from the anglers we spoke with varied, with about half of our anglers reporting no success, and half reporting a 'pretty good' day with some close to double digits numbers.  Regardless of how you did, one thing was agreed, the wind was nearly impossible to contend with today.  The dam release is currently scheduled to be adjusted tonight at 6:00 PM from 500 CFS to 750 CFS, where it is currently only scheduled to remain until 11:59 PM tonight (11/27)  With the impending weather, temperatures are expected to continue to drop below freezing tonight, with lake affect snow tonight, and warnings currently in place currently until Wednesday.

38° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:13am

Sunset: 4:31pm

710 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Sun this morning gave way to cloudy skies this afternoon. The wind picked up and blew for a while but by the end of the day things calmed down. With temperatures in the low 40's it wasn't too bad a day to be on the run. I think, overall, the fishing was a little better yesterday than it was to today, but that being said, I didn't talk to anyone that didn't bring at least one fish to hand. Some might have gone fishless, but I didn't happen to speak with them. The weather forecast is calling for 2-4 inches of snow for tomorrow and by Tuesday things could get a little more serious with total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet of the white stuff. Water from the dam remains at 500 cfs and at Pineville 680 cfs

42° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:12am

Sunset: 4:32pm

680 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Another raw day on the run. Some peeks of sunshine but that didn't help much. Most anglers that I spoke with this afternoon/evening had to grind it out. The wind wasn't as bad, but the extended period of cold weather has cooled the water temperatures down making the fish just a little more hesitant. Still, many anglers were able to get into a couple fish and one season pass holder put in the time and went 6 for 9 (which is a excellent day any day). Water from the dam remains at 500 cfs and at Pineville the flow is 695 cfs (and slowing dropping)

33° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:10am

Sunset: 4:32pm

695 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Overcast skies this morning gave way this afternoon to some sunshine, but dropping temperatures and increased wind. The changes seemed to unsettle the fish as the reports indicate that the bite was better this morning than it was during the afternoon. That being said, most anglers that I spoke with were able to get into a fish or two and one season pass holder that only fished for a few hors this afternoon went three for five. A good day Tomorrow's weather looks to improve somewhat from today. A bit warmer, a little more sun, and less wind. Water flow from the dam remains at 500 cfs and at Pineville 717 cfs

30° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:09am

Sunset: 4:33pm

717 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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A relatively mild morning with overcast skies, little wind, and moderate water flow (500cfs dam release; 740cfs Pineville gauge). Pretty good conditions for steelhead fishing in the back half of November. All the guests we spoke with on their way out were in good spirits enjoying the holiday, conditions, and good fishing. We all have a lot to be thankful for, Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

42° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:08am

Sunset: 4:33pm

740 CFS Pineville Gauge

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Another nasty day weather-wise, but the fishing wasn't. Cold temperatures and drizzle for most of the day are the conditions that our anglers had to endure, but those that hung in there were rewarded with a better than decent day. A season pass holder, swinging flies went one for three, two anglers that fished for a few hours went three for six and four for eight. All oth4r anglers that I spoke with were able to get into multiple fish with three being the most common number reported.

42° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:07am

Sunset: 4:34pm

717 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Brutal, would be the best description for today's conditions.  A cold morning turned even colder with winds 18 MPH and gusts up to 39 MPH.  Along with the wind, we had a bit of freezing rain in the mix, and a few snow flakes here and there.  The rain, not so much the problem.  The wind on the other hand, made it nearly impossible for anglers to make a good presentation.  Needless to say, the couple of dozen anglers who joined us first thing this morning, wound up coming off the water with just a couple hours.  Just a few of our anglers were able to land several fish regardless of the conditions.  The dam release is currently scheduled to remain at 500 CFS until tonight 11:59 PM tonight (11/21).  With substantial rain expected today into tomorrow, please check safewaters.com/facility/lighthouse-hill for updated dam release scheduling.

32° / Snow

Sunrise: 7:05am

Sunset: 4:35pm

666 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

Snow