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July 17, 2024
Editor’s note: We have updated the release to note that the draw down will begin on July 22.

The draw down is expected to occur over four days. Refilling the lake will take until Aug. 5.
An aerial view of Capitol Lake looking south/southwest

News and updates

July 09, 2024
Capital Lakefair will bring an estimated 200,000 visitors to Heritage Park and the West Capitol Campus.
May 20, 2024
Two permitted events will bring crowds and noise to the Campus in honor of veterans' service.
April 30, 2024
Work will cause temporary closures in Heritage Park. Detours around the worksite will be in place.

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