Paonia Reservoir Water Level
Colorado · updated daily from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
6375.55 ft
Paonia Reservoir is low for this time of year and rising (+0.23 ft in the last 7 days).
Change since yesterday: +0.48 ft
Reading as of 2026-08-14 · higher than 19% of August readings on record
Where Paonia Reservoir sits historically
Today's level compared with every reading in our 5.0-year record for this lake.
Since yesterday
+0.48 ft
7-day change
+0.23 ft
30-day change
-38.97 ft
1-year change
+2.85 ft
Last 30 days
Last 12 months
Full history (5.0 years)
Paonia Reservoir records and averages
| Current level | 6375.55 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 6449.18 ft (2023-05-24) |
| Record low | 6369.88 ft (2025-09-11) |
| Average of all readings | 6411.75 ft |
| Data span | 5.0 years (1,252 readings) |
Frequently asked questions
Is Paonia Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-08-14, Paonia Reservoir sits at 6375.55 ft, which is low for this time of year.Over the past 30 days the level has fallen 38.97 ft.
What is the water level at Paonia Reservoir today?
The most recent reading is 6375.55 ft (2026-08-14), sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.
What is the highest Paonia Reservoir has ever been?
The highest level in our records is 6449.18 ft on 2023-05-24. The lowest is 6369.88 ft on 2025-09-11. Our record covers about 5.0 years of readings.
Is Paonia Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every August in our records, the current level is higher than 19% of them — low for this time of year. Seasonal comparison matters more than the raw number, because most reservoirs draw down predictably through late summer and refill over winter and spring.
Why is Paonia Reservoir changing right now?
Reservoir levels move for four main reasons: rainfall and runoff into the basin, releases through the dam for downstream water supply, power generation or flood control, evaporation during hot months, and seasonal drawdown schedules set by the operating agency. Paonia Reservoir has fallen 38.97 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation directly.
How much has Paonia Reservoir changed over the past year?
The level is +2.85 ft compared with this date last year (6375.55 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 5.0 years, with a record high of 6449.18 ft and a record low of 6369.88 ft.
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Source: the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Readings are provisional and subject to revision by the publishing agency. All Colorado lake levels.