Lake levels
Deadwood Reservoir, ID
- water level
- 5302.78 ft
- Condition
- Above average for this time of year
- 7-day change
- +0.31 ft
- 30-day change
- +1.64 ft
- 1-year change
- -0.35 ft
Reading as of 2026-09-30 | the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
- Since yesterday
- +0.05 ft
- 7-day change
- +0.31 ft
- 30-day change
- +1.64 ft
- 1-year change
- -0.35 ft
- Record high
- 5334.87 ft
In brief
Deadwood Reservoir stood at 5,302.78 feet on Sep 30, 2026. That is higher than 73% of September readings since 2022.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
Lake level timeline
Records and averages
| Current level | 5302.78 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 5334.87 ft (2023-06-30) |
| Record low | 5297.01 ft (2024-09-03) |
| Average of all readings | 5314.92 ft |
| Data span | 4 years (2,000 readings) |
Level schematic
Trout stocking on Deadwood Reservoir
IDFG stocked Deadwood Reservoir 2 times in 2026, 62,559 fish in total. Kokanee and Rainbow Trout - Triploid at Fingerling (3-6 inches). IDFG's published figures for 2026, the most recent season it has confirmed, record 9,054 trout actually released here across 2 visits.
| Species | Fish | When |
|---|---|---|
| Kokanee | 53,505 | June 2026 |
| Rainbow Trout - Triploid | 9,054 | July 2026 |
IDFG lists a week or a month rather than a date, and counts fish as an estimate. Full Idaho stocking schedule →
Frequently asked questions
Is Deadwood Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-09-30, Deadwood Reservoir sits at 5302.78 ft, which is above average for this time of year. Over the past 30 days the level has risen 1.64 ft.
What is the water level at Deadwood Reservoir today?
The most recent reading at Deadwood Reservoir is 5302.78 ft (2026-09-30), sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.
What is the highest Deadwood Reservoir has ever been?
The highest level for Deadwood Reservoir in our records is 5334.87 ft on 2023-06-30. The lowest is 5297.01 ft on 2024-09-03. Our record covers about 4 years of readings.
Is Deadwood Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every September in our records, the current level is higher than 73% 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.
Why is Deadwood 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. Deadwood Reservoir has risen 1.64 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 Deadwood Reservoir changed over the past year?
Deadwood Reservoir is -0.35 ft compared with this date last year (5302.78 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 4 years, with a record high of 5334.87 ft and a record low of 5297.01 ft.
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Quote this reading
Deadwood Reservoir stood at 5,302.78 feet on Sep 30, 2026. That is higher than 73% of September readings since 2022.
Download the full record
deadwood-reservoir-id-water-level-history.csv
How to cite
MyWaterLevel, “Deadwood Reservoir water level, 2022 to 2026,” data from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, https://mywaterlevel.com/lake/id/deadwood-reservoir/, accessed Oct 13, 2026.
Source: the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. All Idaho lake levels. Readings are provisional and may be revised. About our data and methods.