Lake levels
East Canyon Reservoir, UT
- water level
- 5661.26 ft
- Condition
- Below average for this time of year
- 7-day change
- +0.47 ft
- 30-day change
- +0.11 ft
- 1-year change
- -13.71 ft
Reading as of 2026-10-12 | the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
- Since yesterday
- +0.21 ft
- 7-day change
- +0.47 ft
- 30-day change
- +0.11 ft
- 1-year change
- -13.71 ft
- Record high
- 5705.90 ft
In brief
East Canyon Reservoir stood at 5,661.26 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is lower than 75% of October readings since 2021.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
Lake level timeline
Records and averages
| Current level | 5661.26 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 5705.90 ft (2023-06-16) |
| Record low | 5653.44 ft (2021-09-20) |
| Average of all readings | 5681.68 ft |
| Data span | 5 years (2,000 readings) |
Level schematic
Trout stocking on East Canyon Reservoir
UDWR stocked East Canyon Reservoir 3 times in 2026, 69,312 fish in total. Kokanee salmon and Rainbow trout at 2.91 and 2.99. UDWR's published figures for 2026, the most recent season it has confirmed, record 2,000 trout actually released here across 3 visits.
| Species | Fish | When |
|---|---|---|
| Kokanee salmon | 33,009 | March 2026 |
| Kokanee salmon | 34,303 | March 2026 |
| Rainbow trout | 2,000 | April 2026 |
UDWR lists a week or a month rather than a date, and counts fish as an estimate. Full Utah stocking schedule →
Frequently asked questions
Is East Canyon Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-10-12, East Canyon Reservoir sits at 5661.26 ft, which is below average for this time of year. Over the past 30 days the level has risen 0.11 ft.
What is the water level at East Canyon Reservoir today?
The most recent reading at East Canyon Reservoir is 5661.26 ft (2026-10-12), sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.
What is the highest East Canyon Reservoir has ever been?
The highest level for East Canyon Reservoir in our records is 5705.90 ft on 2023-06-16. The lowest is 5653.44 ft on 2021-09-20. Our record covers about 5 years of readings.
Is East Canyon Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every October in our records, the current level is higher than 25% of them, which we classify as below 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 East Canyon Reservoir 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. East Canyon Reservoir has risen 0.11 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation directly.
How much has East Canyon Reservoir changed over the past year?
East Canyon Reservoir is -13.71 ft compared with this date last year (5661.26 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 5 years, with a record high of 5705.90 ft and a record low of 5653.44 ft.
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Quote this reading
East Canyon Reservoir stood at 5,661.26 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is lower than 75% of October readings since 2021.
Download the full record
east-canyon-reservoir-ut-water-level-history.csv
How to cite
MyWaterLevel, “East Canyon Reservoir water level, 2021 to 2026,” data from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, https://mywaterlevel.com/lake/ut/east-canyon-reservoir/, accessed Oct 13, 2026.
Source: the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. All Utah lake levels. Readings are provisional and may be revised. About our data and methods.