2026 Peak Water estimate = 769.20 masl

WLLID data analysis estimates the peak water level here at Wasa to reach 769.20 meters above sea level (masl), plus or minus 10% – 768.74 on the low side and 769.65 on the high side. Water details can be found in the Quantity Reports section on the home page.

Larratt Aquatic will present findings from its research into water and sediment quality here at Wasa on 17th June, 2026, at the Community Hall starting at 7pm. The event will be live streamed for those who are not able to attend in person. A recording of the presentation will also be available.

Read the Larratt report. Go to the Resources tab, click on the Reports section then scroll down to the report.

Next WLLID Board meeting, 10th June at 7pm, Community Hall, lower level. Residents welcome to attend.

Peak Water Come and Gone

Wasa lake remains low compared to 2024. It reached a peak of 767.84 masl on 23 June and remained there until the 2nd of July.

Only 2001 saw a water level lower than this year when it peaked at 767.50 masl.

As of 15 July, the water level was 767.665 masl, 73.5cm lower than on the same day last year. Recent rains will help keep the lake from falling faster than normal.

While the Kootenay River remains steady, it is also at a much lower level than past years.

​WLLID will hold “Water Day” on 26th July, 12 noon to 3pm, at Campers Beach. Come out with the family and enjoy a free BBQ along with water testing demonstrations by WLLID and Living Lakes Canada. Invasive species information and children’s activities will be provided by EK Invasive Species Council.

​Families will learn how to keep Wasa water healthy for future generations, including aquatic life. Learn more about RDEK’s flood response and sign up for alerts and evacuation notices here.