Lake of the Ozarks Water Level Today
Station: Lake of the Ozarks at Bagnell Dam, MO (USGS 06926000) • Managing Agency: Ameren Missouri / Osage Energy
Current Conditions Summary
The latest surface elevation recorded for Lake of the Ozarks in MO is 647.70 ft (NGVD29). This provisional reading is provided by official monitoring gauges operated by Ameren Missouri / Osage Energy. 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 38.204, Lon -92.625 • 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 of the Ozarks
Dock & Ramp Clearance
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Lake Level Risk Report
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Compare With Other Lakes
Compare Lake of the Ozarks against nearby lakes on level and wind.
About Lake of the Ozarks Hydrology
Lake of the Ozarks is a verified reservoir situated in Miller County, MO. Water resources and dam operations are managed by Ameren Missouri / Osage Energy.
Official hydrological telemetry is captured at station Lake of the Ozarks at Bagnell Dam, MO (Station ID: 06926000) and is referenced to the NGVD29 vertical geodetic datum. The station features continuous daily observation records spanning back to 1931-04-01 (93 years of records).
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake of the Ozarks
What is the current water level of Lake of the Ozarks?
The latest verified reading for Lake of the Ozarks is 647.70 ft NGVD29, recorded at station 06926000.
Is Lake of the Ozarks currently considered normal, high, or low?
Lower than 99% of the 93 years on record for this calendar window (1th percentile).
What is the full conservation pool of Lake of the Ozarks?
Full pool elevation is authorized at 660.0 ft NGVD29. The lake is currently 12.30 ft below full pool.
What vertical datum is used for Lake of the Ozarks?
Elevations on Lake of the Ozarks 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 of the Ozarks?
Water management and river operations are directed by Ameren Missouri / Osage Energy.
Are public boat ramps on Lake of the Ozarks 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.