Overview
Tuttle Creek Lake is a reservoir in KS. Primary inflow is Big Blue River. It is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Kansas City District.
The basin is characterized by about 12,180 acres of surface area. Shoreline and bottom character vary from protected coves and flats to deeper water, supporting a mix of open-water and nearshore habitats.
Tuttle Creek Lake supports recreational boating and fishing. Public access is through area ramps, parks, and shoreline facilities where provided by the operator. Fishing and boating regulations are set by the relevant state wildlife agency.
Pool elevations are managed against conservation or full-pool elevation near 1075 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Tuttle Creek Lake is currently 3.33 feet above full pool and has fallen slightly over the past week.
- 7-day trendFallingLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeDown 0.08 ft
- 30-day changeDown 0.08 ft
- Drought conditionsAbnormally Dry
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Tuttle Creek Lake is a 12,180-acre reservoir on the Big Blue River managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Kansas City District.
