Water is low now, but that's not permanent

Although Lake Michigan has recovered over the past few years to be up at near record high, the river level on the Illinois Waterway flucuates considerably.  While it was very high (as much as 10' higher in June to August, it is much lower now and that's why we've had some issues with a 5' draft in some marinas and anchorages.

But, when it gets high, it get's high!  Look at the sign calling out the '93 High Water Mark.