For the first time in several weeks, Bartlesville's water situation looks to be improving.

Hulah Lake's water level is above normal, but Copan Lake continues to be several feet below normal. As of yesterday afternoon, Hulah Lake is almost one foot above normal. The conservation pool is 100% full and the flood pool is 94% full. Meanwhile, Copan Lake is 7.64 ft below normal and the conservation pool is 34% full.  Bartlesville remains at Stage 2 of the Water Shortage Ordinance, with some water restrictions in effect.  Emergency water rates are not in effect at this time.