Conemaugh Lake Water Level
Pennsylvania · updated daily from the U.S. Geological Survey
910.30 ft
Conemaugh Lake is high for this time of year and rising (+2.18 ft in the last 7 days).
Change since yesterday: -0.60 ft
Reading as of 2026-08-14 · higher than 93% of August readings on record
Where Conemaugh Lake sits historically
Today's level compared with every reading in our 10.9-year record for this lake.
Since yesterday
-0.60 ft
7-day change
+2.18 ft
30-day change
+3.27 ft
1-year change
+5.24 ft
Last 30 days
Last 12 months
Full history (10.9 years)
Conemaugh Lake records and averages
| Current level | 910.30 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 964.95 ft (2018-09-12) |
| Record low | 900.05 ft (2025-04-30) |
| Average of all readings | 909.23 ft |
| Data span | 10.9 years (3,962 readings) |
Frequently asked questions
Is Conemaugh Lake full right now?
As of 2026-08-14, Conemaugh Lake sits at 910.30 ft, which is high for this time of year.Over the past 30 days the level has risen 3.27 ft.
What is the water level at Conemaugh Lake today?
The most recent reading is 910.30 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 Conemaugh Lake has ever been?
The highest level in our records is 964.95 ft on 2018-09-12. The lowest is 900.05 ft on 2025-04-30. Our record covers about 10.9 years of readings.
Is Conemaugh Lake low for this time of year?
Compared with every August in our records, the current level is higher than 93% of them — 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 Conemaugh Lake 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. Conemaugh Lake has risen 3.27 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has Conemaugh Lake changed over the past year?
The level is +5.24 ft compared with this date last year (910.30 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 10.9 years, with a record high of 964.95 ft and a record low of 900.05 ft.
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Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings are provisional and subject to revision by the publishing agency. All Pennsylvania lake levels.