Canyon Lake Water Level Today
Station: Canyon Lake nr New Braunfels, TX (USGS 08167700) • Managing Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Fort Worth District)
Current Conditions Summary
Official hydrological data for Canyon Lake (TX) indicates an observed water level of 907.93 ft (NGVD29). This station reports regular lake_surface_elevation readings. This places today's water level at the 91th percentile for this time of year.
Water Level Observation Chart
Middle 50% seasonal band shown in aquaBoating Conditions & Wind Safety Strip
Forecast point: Lat 29.869, Lon -98.199 • NWS Hourly Model
Monitoring Station Location
Verified Public Boat Ramps
No verified public boat ramps are officially indexed for this basin. In accordance with our data policy, we do not estimate ramp elevations without authoritative agency surveys.
Practical Tools for Canyon Lake
Dock & Ramp Clearance
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Compare With Other Lakes
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About Canyon Lake Hydrology
Canyon Lake is a verified reservoir situated in Comal County, TX. Water resources and dam operations are managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Fort Worth District).
Official hydrological telemetry is captured at station Canyon Lake nr New Braunfels, TX (Station ID: 08167700) and is referenced to the NGVD29 vertical geodetic datum. The station features continuous daily observation records spanning back to 1964-06-01 (60 years of records).
Frequently Asked Questions About Canyon Lake
What is the current water level of Canyon Lake?
The latest verified reading for Canyon Lake is 907.93 ft NGVD29, recorded at station 08167700.
Is Canyon Lake currently considered normal, high, or low?
Higher than 91% of the 60 years on record for this calendar window (91th percentile).
What is the full conservation pool of Canyon Lake?
Full pool elevation is authorized at 909.0 ft NGVD29. The lake is currently 1.07 ft below full pool.
What vertical datum is used for Canyon Lake?
Elevations on Canyon Lake reference the NGVD29 geodetic vertical datum. Always confirm this datum when comparing water readings to private dock surveys.
Who manages the dam and water releases on Canyon Lake?
Water management and river operations are directed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Fort Worth District).
Are public boat ramps on Canyon Lake currently usable?
Launch usability depends on the specific ramp's toe elevation and your trailer draft. Check our verified ramp table above or calculate your exact hull clearance using the Clearance Calculator.