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Lake at Dusk

Lakes Granada & Estrella 2026-2027 Drawdown Information

This video was provided by the Balboa Yacht Club to provide information for the 2025-2026 Lake Balboa drawdown.  

Although the information is targeted for the Lake Balboa drawdown, some of the information provided in the video may be relevant and helpful for the upcoming 2026-27 Lake Granada and Estrella drawdown as well.

Ref: 12 April 2025 - Steve FitzGerald discusses the Lake Balboa drawdown process and preparation advice. 

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Lake drawdown tip

During drawdown, if you have a submersible or above water pump for yard irrigation, remember to drain the water from the pump as it will be exposed to winter temperatures during the drawdown.  Disconnect the pump and allow water to run out through  the pump drain plug or check valve. 

Also remember to empty any water in lake intake PVC pipe (the intake pipe nozzle usually has a check valve), as well as any PVC leading to the pump.

 

Avoid having a freeze ruin your pump and/or your intake pipe. 

Drawdown tip

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