Lake Havasu Water Level Today
Station: Lake Havasu nr Parker Dam, AZ-CA (USGS 09427500) • Managing Agency: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
Current Conditions Summary
The latest surface elevation recorded for Lake Havasu in AZ is 438.10 ft (NGVD29). This provisional reading is provided by official monitoring gauges operated by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. 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 34.298, Lon -114.167 • 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 Havasu
Dock & Ramp Clearance
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Lake Level Risk Report
Analyze multi-decade flood and drought frequencies for specific elevations.
Compare With Other Lakes
Compare Lake Havasu against nearby lakes on level and wind.
About Lake Havasu Hydrology
Lake Havasu is a verified reservoir situated in Mohave County, AZ. Water resources and dam operations are managed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
Official hydrological telemetry is captured at station Lake Havasu nr Parker Dam, AZ-CA (Station ID: 09427500) and is referenced to the NGVD29 vertical geodetic datum. The station features continuous daily observation records spanning back to 1938-11-01 (86 years of records).
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Havasu
What is the current water level of Lake Havasu?
The latest verified reading for Lake Havasu is 438.10 ft NGVD29, recorded at station 09427500.
Is Lake Havasu currently considered normal, high, or low?
Lower than 99% of the 86 years on record for this calendar window (1th percentile).
What is the full conservation pool of Lake Havasu?
Full pool elevation is authorized at 450.4 ft NGVD29. The lake is currently 12.30 ft below full pool.
What vertical datum is used for Lake Havasu?
Elevations on Lake Havasu 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 Havasu?
Water management and river operations are directed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
Are public boat ramps on Lake Havasu 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.