Little Washoe Lake Water Level
Nevada · updated daily from the U.S. Geological Survey
5025.31 ft
Little Washoe Lake is about average for this time of year and falling (-0.21 ft in the last 7 days).
Change since yesterday: -0.03 ft
Reading as of 2026-08-05 · higher than 41% of August readings on record
Where Little Washoe Lake sits historically
Today's level compared with every reading in our 4.7-year record for this lake.
Since yesterday
-0.03 ft
7-day change
-0.21 ft
30-day change
-0.41 ft
1-year change
-0.35 ft
Last 30 days
Last 12 months
Full history (4.7 years)
Little Washoe Lake records and averages
| Current level | 5025.31 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 5029.9 ft (2024-05-04) |
| Record low | 5022.51 ft (2021-11-18) |
| Average of all readings | 5026.68 ft |
| Data span | 4.7 years (1,698 readings) |
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Washoe Lake full right now?
As of 2026-08-05, Little Washoe Lake sits at 5025.31 ft, which is about average for this time of year.Over the past 30 days the level has fallen 0.41 ft.
What is the water level at Little Washoe Lake today?
The most recent reading is 5025.31 ft (2026-08-05), sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.
What is the highest Little Washoe Lake has ever been?
The highest level in our records is 5029.9 ft on 2024-05-04. The lowest is 5022.51 ft on 2021-11-18. Our record covers about 4.7 years of readings.
Is Little Washoe Lake low for this time of year?
Compared with every August in our records, the current level is higher than 41% 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 Little Washoe 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. Little Washoe Lake has fallen 0.41 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has Little Washoe Lake changed over the past year?
The level is -0.35 ft compared with this date last year (5025.31 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 4.7 years, with a record high of 5029.9 ft and a record low of 5022.51 ft.
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Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings are provisional and subject to revision by the publishing agency. All Nevada lake levels.