Lake Lanier Water Level Today
Station: Lake Sidney Lanier at Buford Dam, GA (USGS 02334430) • Managing Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Mobile District)
Current Conditions Summary
Water monitoring stations at Lake Lanier (GA) currently register 1,058.70 ft (NGVD29). Data is sourced directly from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Mobile District) for recreational and navigational planning. 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 34.156, Lon -84.075 • 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 Lanier
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 Lanier Hydrology
Lake Lanier is a verified reservoir situated in Forsyth 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 Lake Sidney Lanier at Buford Dam, GA (Station ID: 02334430) and is referenced to the NGVD29 vertical geodetic datum. The station features continuous daily observation records spanning back to 1956-01-01 (68 years of records).
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Lanier
What is the current water level of Lake Lanier?
The latest verified reading for Lake Lanier is 1,058.70 ft NGVD29, recorded at station 02334430.
Is Lake Lanier currently considered normal, high, or low?
Lower than 99% of the 68 years on record for this calendar window (1th percentile).
What is the full conservation pool of Lake Lanier?
Full pool elevation is authorized at 1,071.0 ft NGVD29. The lake is currently 12.30 ft below full pool.
What vertical datum is used for Lake Lanier?
Elevations on Lake Lanier 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 Lanier?
Water management and river operations are directed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Mobile District).
Are public boat ramps on Lake Lanier 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.