Fill the Lake Act

HR 6442, the "Fill the Lake Act," sets specific water level requirements for Flathead Lake during summer months. From June 15 to September 15 each year, the federal government must maintain the lake’s level between 2892 feet and 2893 feet (mean sea level) using water from Hungry Horse Reservoir. To achieve this, the Secretary of the Interior must provide water to keep the lake at or above 2892 feet and release excess water to prevent it from exceeding 2893 feet. This bill directly affects water management in Flathead Lake, impacting local communities, recreation, and ecosystems in the Flathead Valley region.