Lake Allatoona Water Level Today
Station: Allatoona Reservoir nr Cartersville, GA (USGS 02394000) • Managing Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Mobile District)
Current Conditions Summary
At Lake Allatoona in GA, the most recent verified observation stands at 827.70 ft (NGVD29). Water levels fluctuate based on precipitation, reservoir management, and regional inflow. This places today's water level at the 1th percentile for this time of year.
Water Level Observation Chart
Middle 50% seasonal band shown in aquaBoating Conditions & Wind Safety Strip
Forecast point: Lat 34.163, Lon -84.729 • 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 Lake Allatoona
Dock & Ramp Clearance
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Lake Level Risk Report
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Compare With Other Lakes
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About Lake Allatoona Hydrology
Lake Allatoona is a verified reservoir situated in Bartow County, GA. Water resources and dam operations are managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Mobile District).
Official hydrological telemetry is captured at station Allatoona Reservoir nr Cartersville, GA (Station ID: 02394000) and is referenced to the NGVD29 vertical geodetic datum. The station features continuous daily observation records spanning back to 1949-12-01 (75 years of records).
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Allatoona
What is the current water level of Lake Allatoona?
The latest verified reading for Lake Allatoona is 827.70 ft NGVD29, recorded at station 02394000.
Is Lake Allatoona currently considered normal, high, or low?
Lower than 99% of the 75 years on record for this calendar window (1th percentile).
What is the full conservation pool of Lake Allatoona?
Full pool elevation is authorized at 840.0 ft NGVD29. The lake is currently 12.30 ft below full pool.
What vertical datum is used for Lake Allatoona?
Elevations on Lake Allatoona 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 Lake Allatoona?
Water management and river operations are directed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Mobile District).
Are public boat ramps on Lake Allatoona 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.