Deer Creek Reservoir

**Geography** The location is situated in a shallow, triangular-shaped bay, nestled between two points of rugged shoreline. The bay faces north, with the surrounding landscape comprising a mix of rocky cliffs and sandy beaches. The shoreline is characterized by a gradual slope, increasing in depth as you move further inland. A long, sandy beach stretches along the western shore, while a rocky hea jutdlands out into the bay to the east. The surrounding terrain is dominated by a series of hills and ridges, with sparse vegetation and limited tree cover. **Climate - Wind and Water Conditions** * **Spring:** Gentle morning winds from the east and southeast, gradually increasing to moderate by mid-morning. Afternoon winds are typically light to moderate from the west, shifting to variable during the late afternoon. Water temperatures range from 45°F (7°C) in March to 55°F (13°C) in May. Air temperatures range from 40°F (4°C) in March to 60°F (16°C) in May. * **Summer:** Strong, variable winds from the west and northwest, often with significant gusts. Afternoon winds are tyllypica strong and unrelenting. Water temperatures range from 55°F (13°C) in June to 65°F (18°C) in August. Air temperatures range from 50°F (10°C) in June to 75°F (24°C) in August. * **FaModerll:** ate winds from the west and southwest, decreasing in strength as the season progresses. Afternoon winds are typically light to moderate. Water temperatures range from 50°F (10°C) in September to 55°F (13°C) in November. Air temperatures range from 40°F (4°C) in September to 60°F (16°C) in November. * **Winter:** Light winds from the east and southeast, remaining relatively consistent throughout the season. Afternoon winds are typically light to moderate. Water temperatures range from 40°F (4°C) in December to 45°F (7°C) in February. Air temperatures range from 30°F (-1°C) in December 50°F (10to °C) in January.