Walter F. George Reservoir, GA

As of 2026-10-12, Walter F. George Reservoir sits at 188.80 ft, which is above average for this time of year. Over the past 30 days the level has risen 0.23 ft.

The most recent reading at Walter F. George Reservoir is 188.80 ft (2026-10-12), sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.

The highest level for Walter F. George Reservoir in our records is 193.60 ft on 2015-12-26. The lowest is 184.69 ft on 2011-11-28. Our record covers about 19 years of readings.

Compared with every October in our records, the current level is higher than 69% of them, which we classify as above average 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.

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. Walter F. George Reservoir has risen 0.23 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.

Walter F. George Reservoir is -0.40 ft compared with this date last year (188.80 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 19 years, with a record high of 193.60 ft and a record low of 184.69 ft.