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Other estimates suggested the lake could be drawn down 20 to 30 feet, and with the estimated five-month timetable for repairs, it’s very likely the lake will not reopen this season. It has traditionally been closed for the season from around Halloween until mid/late-February.
Fishing has been outstanding at Lake Hodges since it opened in early spring, and anglers continued to find excellent fishing right up until the closure. As for why work is being done now rather than later in the season and including the lake’s regular closure months, city officials told WON it’s to avoid the rainy season.
San Diego averages about 10.31 inches of rain per year.
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