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December 9, 2025

Seneca Lake Update: HABs, Hemlocks, and More

GENEVA, N.Y. – Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association (Pure Waters) President Bill Roege recently joined FLX Morning Podcast last week to share updates on Pure Waters’ work, including invasive species management, water quality monitoring, municipal engagement, and the annual appeal. The conversation highlighted a busy year of progress, unusual trends on the lake, and the...
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Laurie and Dan Corbett
October 10, 2025

Ten Years Protecting Seneca Lake: The Story of Dan Corbett

GENEVA, N.Y. – Volunteers are the backbone of Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association (Pure Waters), contributing thousands of hours each year to protect our lake. With nearly 200 dedicated individuals, they support everything from citizen science to event coordination, making a real difference in preserving Seneca Lake for future generations. This week, I had the...
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Lake Level
September 5, 2025

Why is the Lake Level so Low?

GENEVA, N.Y. – This year, Seneca Lake is experiencing unusually low water levels, similar to what we saw in 2020. As of Thursday, September 4, the lake measures 445.34 ft, essentially at the winter target and 6 inches below the summer target low. While these conditions can raise concerns for boaters, shoreline property owners, and...
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Lake Level
June 27, 2025

Understanding Seneca Lake Water Levels

HIMORD, N.Y. – Water levels in Seneca Lake are a recurring concern for residents, boaters, farmers, and shoreline property owners. Keep reading to explore the main factors affecting the lake’s level and how rainfall, runoff, and human control interact to shape the lake’s daily and seasonal changes. The most direct and visible input is rainfall....
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