Lake levels
W. Kerr Scott Reservoir, NC
- gauge height
- 44.56 ft
- Condition
- High for this time of year
- 7-day change
- +14.52 ft
- 30-day change
- +16.14 ft
- 1-year change
- +14.37 ft
Reading as of 2026-10-12 | the U.S. Geological Survey
- Since yesterday
- +6.49 ft
- 7-day change
- +14.52 ft
- 30-day change
- +16.14 ft
- 1-year change
- +14.37 ft
- Record high
- 62.25 ft
In brief
W. Kerr Scott Reservoir's gauge read 44.56 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is higher than 99% of October readings since 1990.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey
Gauge height above a local reference point; not elevation above sea level.
Lake level timeline
Records and averages
| Current level | 44.56 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 62.25 ft (2019-06-10) |
| Record low | 23.83 ft (2007-10-20) |
| Average of all readings | 30.40 ft |
| Data span | 36 years (13,288 readings) |
Level schematic
Frequently asked questions
Is W. Kerr Scott Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-10-12, W. Kerr Scott Reservoir sits at 44.56 ft, which is high for this time of year. Over the past 30 days the level has risen 16.14 ft.
What is the water level at W. Kerr Scott Reservoir today?
The most recent reading at W. Kerr Scott Reservoir is 44.56 ft (2026-10-12), 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 for W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in our records is 62.25 ft on 2019-06-10. The lowest is 23.83 ft on 2007-10-20. Our record covers about 36 years of readings.
Is W. Kerr Scott Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every October in our records, the current level is higher than 99% of them, which we classify as high 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 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. W. Kerr Scott Reservoir has risen 16.14 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?
W. Kerr Scott Reservoir is +14.37 ft compared with this date last year (44.56 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 36 years, with a record high of 62.25 ft and a record low of 23.83 ft.
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Quote this reading
W. Kerr Scott Reservoir's gauge read 44.56 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is higher than 99% of October readings since 1990.
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w-kerr-scott-reservoir-nc-water-level-history.csv
How to cite
MyWaterLevel, “W. Kerr Scott Reservoir water level, 1990 to 2026,” data from U.S. Geological Survey, https://mywaterlevel.com/lake/nc/w-kerr-scott-reservoir/, accessed Oct 13, 2026.
Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. All North Carolina lake levels. Readings are provisional and may be revised. About our data and methods.