Lake levels
Pepacton Reservoir, NY
- water level
- 1260.96 ft
- Condition
- Above average for this time of year
- 7-day change
- -0.98 ft
- 30-day change
- -5.69 ft
- 1-year change
- +7.60 ft
Reading as of 2026-10-12 | the U.S. Geological Survey
- Since yesterday
- +0.05 ft
- 7-day change
- -0.98 ft
- 30-day change
- -5.69 ft
- 1-year change
- +7.60 ft
- Record high
- 1281.12 ft
In brief
Pepacton Reservoir stood at 1,260.96 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is higher than 68% of October readings since 2019.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey
Lake level timeline
Records and averages
| Current level | 1260.96 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 1281.12 ft (2022-04-08) |
| Record low | 1245.81 ft (2025-12-17) |
| Average of all readings | 1268.55 ft |
| Data span | 7 years (2,564 readings) |
Level schematic
Trout stocking on Pepacton Reservoir
NYSDEC's 2026 spring schedule lists 1 trout release on Pepacton Reservoir, 4,500 fish in total. Brown Trout at 8 inches. NYSDEC's published figures for 2025, the most recent season it has confirmed, record 4,460 trout actually released here across 1 visit.
| Species | Fish | When |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 4,500 | Spring |
NYSDEC lists a week or a month rather than a date, and notes that actual stocking can differ with fish availability and weather. Released at Colchester, Delaware County. Full New York stocking schedule →
Frequently asked questions
Is Pepacton Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-10-12, Pepacton Reservoir sits at 1260.96 ft, which is above average for this time of year. Over the past 30 days the level has fallen 5.69 ft.
What is the water level at Pepacton Reservoir today?
The most recent reading at Pepacton Reservoir is 1260.96 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 Pepacton Reservoir has ever been?
The highest level for Pepacton Reservoir in our records is 1281.12 ft on 2022-04-08. The lowest is 1245.81 ft on 2025-12-17. Our record covers about 7 years of readings.
Is Pepacton Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every October in our records, the current level is higher than 68% 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 Pepacton 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. Pepacton Reservoir has fallen 5.69 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has Pepacton Reservoir changed over the past year?
Pepacton Reservoir is +7.60 ft compared with this date last year (1260.96 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 7 years, with a record high of 1281.12 ft and a record low of 1245.81 ft.
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Pepacton Reservoir stood at 1,260.96 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is higher than 68% of October readings since 2019.
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How to cite
MyWaterLevel, “Pepacton Reservoir water level, 2019 to 2026,” data from U.S. Geological Survey, https://mywaterlevel.com/lake/ny/pepacton-reservoir/, accessed Oct 13, 2026.
Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. All New York lake levels. Readings are provisional and may be revised. About our data and methods.