The document details a survey conducted on Halanayakanahalli Kere, a lake in the Sowl Kere watershed, to address flooding issues affecting nearby communities. It covers the lake's topography, drainage patterns, and changes over time, establishing that heavy rainfall exacerbates flooding due to inadequate drainage infrastructure. Key observations highlight the impacts of solid waste dumping and dysfunctional sluice gates contributing to overflow and necessitate immediate actions for lake health improvement.