H.R. 716
119th CONGRESS 1st Session
To direct the Secretary of the Interior to ensure full pool levels of Flathead Lake in Montana in accordance with certain requirements, and for other purposes.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES · January 23, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Zinke · Committee: Committee on Natural Resources
Table of contents
SEC. 1. Short title
- This Act may be cited as the Fill the Lake Act.
SEC. 2. Regulation of Pool Level of Flathead Lake
- From June 15 through September 15 of each calendar year, the Secretary of the Interior shall ensure—
- a minimum lake level in Flathead Lake of 2892’ MSL by providing the water from Hungry Horse Reservoir; and
- a maximum lake level in Flathead Lake of 2893’ MSL by releasing excess water downstream.