Lake Abert Water Level
Oregon · updated daily from the U.S. Geological Survey
4252.33 ft
Lake Abert is about average for this time of year and falling (-0.16 ft in the last 7 days).
Change since yesterday: -0.06 ft
Reading as of 2026-08-14 · higher than 44% of August readings on record
Where Lake Abert sits historically
Today's level compared with every reading in our 3.2-year record for this lake.
Since yesterday
-0.06 ft
7-day change
-0.16 ft
30-day change
-0.62 ft
1-year change
-1.90 ft
Last 30 days
Last 12 months
Full history (3.2 years)
Lake Abert records and averages
| Current level | 4252.33 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 4255.3 ft (2025-06-01) |
| Record low | 4250.79 ft (2023-10-15) |
| Average of all readings | 4252.68 ft |
| Data span | 3.2 years (925 readings) |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lake Abert full right now?
As of 2026-08-14, Lake Abert sits at 4252.33 ft, which is about average for this time of year.Over the past 30 days the level has fallen 0.62 ft.
What is the water level at Lake Abert today?
The most recent reading is 4252.33 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 Lake Abert has ever been?
The highest level in our records is 4255.3 ft on 2025-06-01. The lowest is 4250.79 ft on 2023-10-15. Our record covers about 3.2 years of readings.
Is Lake Abert low for this time of year?
Compared with every August in our records, the current level is higher than 44% 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 Lake Abert 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. Lake Abert has fallen 0.62 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has Lake Abert changed over the past year?
The level is -1.90 ft compared with this date last year (4252.33 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 3.2 years, with a record high of 4255.3 ft and a record low of 4250.79 ft.
Nearby lakes in Oregon
Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings are provisional and subject to revision by the publishing agency. All Oregon lake levels.