The man was found near Intake Lane in Beal, close to Eggborough and Knottingley. North Yorkshire Police believe he may have entered the water within the last 24 to 48 hours.
North Yorkshire Police have informally identified the man and are now in the process of tracing his next of kin. There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the discovery.
He was white, in his early 50s to 60s, with light brown short hair and stubble. He wore brown walking boots, blue jeans with a brown belt.
A file will be prepared for the coroner, reflecting the ongoing investigations and findings by North Yorkshire Police.
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