Dramatic photos show how California lake filled in just 3 months’ time

Lopez Lake grew to become the third reservoir in San Luis Obispo County to fill and spill this yr when it reached capability for the primary time in 25 years on Thursday.

The rebound within the lake’s water degree has been a outstanding sight, seeing because it was lower than 1 / 4 full simply over three months in the past.

Tribune photographer David Middlecamp captured a choice of photographs on Dec. 7, when Lopez was at a mere 22% of capability. He then revisited the identical spots this month because the lake neared capability.

Additionally: See earlier than and after images of a full Santa Margarita Lake right here.

Right here’s a have a look at the dramatic comparisons. Drag the slider software in both course to see the change in water ranges: