Lake Berryessa, a man-made reservoir in Napa County, has recently spilled over for the first time in years due to heavy rainfall from atmospheric rivers. The Morning Glory Hole spillway, which connects to Putah Creek, was activated after water levels exceeded 440 feet. This spillway has only been used 25 times since it was built nearly 70 years ago, reflecting California's fluctuations between wet and dry periods. Experts anticipate continued spillover as more rain approaches, drawing curiosity and attention from the public.
When the phenomenon occurs, the lake looks like it has a giant hole in it, where a ring of water is being pulled inward.
It's definitely worth seeing. I've been lucky enough to see it a few times... It's just not that common.
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