― NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS ―
Lake Ice Update
02/12/2026 (created)
As of February 11, 2026, Keuka Lake is completely covered in ice. While most ice damage will be influenced by wind and the random nature of ice formations, some damage may be mitigated by controlling the lake level. The optimal lake level under these circumstances is at the lowest level of the US Corp. of Engineers target (712 ft.) as can be seen on the KLA website. Any lower level than that may protect docks and shorelines from ice movement but could also risk damage to water intake pipes. There is an abundance of individual circumstances and concerns across 60 miles of shoreline threatened by ice.
Keuka Lake Outlet Compact (KLOC), the team that controls the gates are proactively protecting the lake. Gate 1 is currently open 5 inches and Gate 4 is open Full providing a discharge rate of 133 cubic feet per second. The lake level is currently 712.36 feet which is 4.3 inches above the lower guide band and nearly two feet below the typical summer lake level. Over the past three weeks, the water level has been brought down 2.5 inches and is trending toward the low-level guide.
Keuka Lake Association Announces Key Initiatives for 2026
02/06/2026 (created)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Keuka Lake is so much more than pristine water. It is the vineyards that surround it, the
streams that flow into it, the fish and wildlife that depend on it and the people who enjoy it. Less
tangibly, but more profoundly, it is the source of so many fun memories across multiple
generations...Read more.
Call for Volunteers: KLA Golf Tournament
01/15/2026 (created)
Help needed for the 7th Annual Keuka Lake Association Golf Tournament!
The KLA has begun planning for the summer season and one of our biggest events is the 7th Annual Keuka Lake Association Golf Tournament on Monday, July 13th at Lakeside Country Club.
In order to make this tournament the great success it has been in years past, we are asking for volunteers to help us manage and run the event this year. This may include soliciting for sponsors, helping to organize promotion and helping out with day-of-event logistics. If you are able to spare some time to help, we would love to talk to you.
Please email us at: info@keukalakeassociation.org or call the office at 315-694-7324. We're hoping to begin organizing this event as soon as possible!
Update from KLOC on Lake Level
10/27/2025 (created)
Due to the severe drought affecting the lake and watershed, KLOC will postpone scheduled gate openings until conditions improve. As you may know, the lake is already at a very low level, consistent with winter operating guidelines, so it is essential to conserve water to maintain the required flow until the drought subsides.
At times, there may be gates open for fire training, but this will have a minimum effect on the lake level.
Lake Foam Monitoring and Reporting
The KLA is partnering with regional lake associations and researchers at Global Aquatic Research (GAR) to study foam events in greater detail. Here is a summary of last week's activities from Rick Smith from the GAR: "Last Thursday, September 11 we had a successful sampling trip. Huge thanks to all the volunteers who joined us. We launched from Penn Yan in the morning and saw lots of shoreline foam on the north end with patches and streaks along the length of the East Branch. At the confluence of the branches and up the West Brach we saw slick conditions with a possible HAB set-up and fresh foam. We took water and surface samples about halfway up the West Branch. We then went back to the East Branch and also sampled streaks and patches about halfway up the arm. Look for more information along with a data report once these samples have been analyzed." The KLA along with GAR will continue to monitor the lake, discuss and review information with our academic and research associates. Thanks again to all our volunteers and please continue to use the foam reporting tool: Finger Lakes Foam Reporting Tool to document shoreline and lake foam.
read more on Lake Foam Monitoring and Reportingour efforts
Annual Fishing and Boating Regulations Published
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Ongoing Effort
MISSION
Founded in 1956, the Keuka Lake Association, with over 1700 members, provides a unified voice for those who love Keuka Lake. Our mission is to preserve and protect Keuka Lake and its natural beauty for future generations.
Keuka Lake Association is a 501(c) (3) organization (a non-profit tax exempt organization under IRS rules). This distinction is defined by our service to the public and how we are mission-driven as opposed to profit-driven.
Gifts, donations and membership dues paid to our organization are used in direct service to the overall mission to preserve and protect Keuka Lake. Membership dues, donations and gifts are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Consult your professional tax preparer if you have specific tax related questions.
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