Lake Conroe Water Level Today
Station: Lake Conroe nr Conroe, TX (USGS 08067600) • Managing Agency: San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA)
Current Conditions Summary
The latest surface elevation recorded for Lake Conroe in TX is 199.76 ft (NGVD29). This provisional reading is provided by official monitoring gauges operated by San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA). This places today's water level at the 90th percentile for this time of year.
Water Level Observation Chart
Middle 50% seasonal band shown in aquaBoating Conditions & Wind Safety Strip
Forecast point: Lat 30.355, Lon -95.567 • 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 Conroe
Dock & Ramp Clearance
Calculate water depth over your slip floor or ramp toe today.
Lake Level Risk Report
Analyze multi-decade flood and drought frequencies for specific elevations.
Compare With Other Lakes
Compare Lake Conroe against nearby lakes on level and wind.
About Lake Conroe Hydrology
Lake Conroe is a verified reservoir situated in Montgomery County, TX. Water resources and dam operations are managed by San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA).
Official hydrological telemetry is captured at station Lake Conroe nr Conroe, TX (Station ID: 08067600) and is referenced to the NGVD29 vertical geodetic datum. The station features continuous daily observation records spanning back to 1972-10-01 (52 years of records).
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Conroe
What is the current water level of Lake Conroe?
The latest verified reading for Lake Conroe is 199.76 ft NGVD29, recorded at station 08067600.
Is Lake Conroe currently considered normal, high, or low?
Higher than 90% of the 52 years on record for this calendar window (90th percentile).
What is the full conservation pool of Lake Conroe?
Full pool elevation is authorized at 201.0 ft NGVD29. The lake is currently 1.24 ft below full pool.
What vertical datum is used for Lake Conroe?
Elevations on Lake Conroe 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 Conroe?
Water management and river operations are directed by San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA).
Are public boat ramps on Lake Conroe 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.