NAPA, Calif.- The Bureau of Reclamation announces that
Lake Berryessa behind Monticello Dam has exceeded the Morning Glory
Spillway crest of 440 feet of elevation. Recent precipitation and runoff
have brought the reservoir above the 440-foot elevation mark causing
increased flows to lower Putah Creek through the spillway.
Visitors are encouraged to use caution in and around the reservoir during
this time. Please think “SAFETY FIRST." Increased interest in the Morning
Glory Spillway has generated traffic congestion along State Route 128 in
the vicinity of Monticello Dam. Visitors are advised to use caution when
approaching Monticello Dam and on roadways around the reservoir. Boaters
should use caution as floating and subsurface hazards exist throughout the
reservoir.
Due to high water levels, some recreation services are currently limited or
not available. Capell Cove Boat Launch is currently closed and will reopen
once water levels recede to allow for safe launching. Courtesy docks at
Putah Canyon Recreation Area and Steele Canyon Recreation Area have been
removed due to high water and will be positioned again once water levels
recede. Boat launching is currently available at all concession sites;
however, it is recommended that visitors call ahead for current information
and conditions. Most concession areas and recreation areas are experiencing
some reduction in services related to the high water. Visitors are
encouraged to contact concession operators or the Lake Berryessa Field
Office before visiting the lake for up-to-date information.
For more information, please contact the Lake Berryessa Field Office at
707-966-2111 ext. 0 or visit the Lake Berryessa website at
https://www.usbr.gov/mp/ccao/berryessa/
.
Lake Berryessa concession area contact information:
Markley Cove, 707-966-2134,www.markleycoveresort.com
Pleasure Cove Marina, 707-966-9600, www.goberryessa.com
Steele Canyon Recreation Area, 707-966-9179, www.goberryessa.com
Spanish Flat Recreation Area, 707-966-0200, www.spanishflatcamping.com
Putah Canyon Recreation Area, 707-966-9051,
www.royalelkparkmanagement.com
Source: Bureau of Reclamation
