W. Kerr Scott Reservoir Water Level
North Carolina · updated daily from the U.S. Geological Survey
1030.41 ft
W. Kerr Scott Reservoir is about average for this time of year and falling (-0.17 ft in the last 7 days).
Change since yesterday: -0.07 ft
Reading as of 2026-08-14 · higher than 58% of August readings on record
Where W. Kerr Scott Reservoir sits historically
Today's level compared with every reading in our 3.0-year record for this lake.
Since yesterday
-0.07 ft
7-day change
-0.17 ft
30-day change
+2.80 ft
1-year change
-1.67 ft
Last 30 days
Last 12 months
Full history (3.0 years)
W. Kerr Scott Reservoir records and averages
| Current level | 1030.41 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 1061.15 ft (2024-09-29) |
| Record low | 1026.67 ft (2026-07-12) |
| Average of all readings | 1030.64 ft |
| Data span | 3.0 years (1,095 readings) |
Frequently asked questions
Is W. Kerr Scott Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-08-14, W. Kerr Scott Reservoir sits at 1030.41 ft, which is about average for this time of year.Over the past 30 days the level has risen 2.80 ft.
What is the water level at W. Kerr Scott Reservoir today?
The most recent reading is 1030.41 ft (2026-08-14), sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.
What is the highest W. Kerr Scott Reservoir has ever been?
The highest level in our records is 1061.15 ft on 2024-09-29. The lowest is 1026.67 ft on 2026-07-12. Our record covers about 3.0 years of readings.
Is W. Kerr Scott Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every August in our records, the current level is higher than 58% of them — about 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 W. Kerr Scott Reservoir low 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. W. Kerr Scott Reservoir has risen 2.80 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has W. Kerr Scott Reservoir changed over the past year?
The level is -1.67 ft compared with this date last year (1030.41 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 3.0 years, with a record high of 1061.15 ft and a record low of 1026.67 ft.
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Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings are provisional and subject to revision by the publishing agency. All North Carolina lake levels.