Eagle Nest Lake Water Level
New Mexico · updated daily from the U.S. Geological Survey
8161.36 ft
Eagle Nest Lake is current reading available and falling (-0.42 ft in the last 7 days).
Change since yesterday: -0.05 ft
Reading as of 2026-08-15
Where Eagle Nest Lake sits historically
Today's level compared with every reading in our 0.3-year record for this lake.
Since yesterday
-0.05 ft
7-day change
-0.42 ft
30-day change
-1.79 ft
1-year change
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Last 30 days
Last 12 months
Eagle Nest Lake records and averages
| Current level | 8161.36 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 8167.2 ft (2026-04-17) |
| Record low | 8161.36 ft (2026-08-15) |
| Average of all readings | 8164.66 ft |
| Data span | 0.3 years (121 readings) |
Frequently asked questions
Is Eagle Nest Lake full right now?
As of 2026-08-15, Eagle Nest Lake sits at 8161.36 ft, which is current reading available.Over the past 30 days the level has fallen 1.79 ft.
What is the water level at Eagle Nest Lake today?
The most recent reading is 8161.36 ft (2026-08-15), sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.
What is the highest Eagle Nest Lake has ever been?
The highest level in our records is 8167.2 ft on 2026-04-17. The lowest is 8161.36 ft on 2026-08-15. Our record covers about 0.3 years of readings.
Why is Eagle Nest Lake 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. Eagle Nest Lake has fallen 1.79 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has Eagle Nest Lake changed over the past year?
Year-over-year comparison is not available for this lake yet. The full-history chart above covers 0.3 years, with a record high of 8167.2 ft and a record low of 8161.36 ft.
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Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings are provisional and subject to revision by the publishing agency. All New Mexico lake levels.