Lake Okeechobee Water Level Today
Station: Lake Okeechobee at Clewiston, FL (USGS 02276400) • Managing Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Jacksonville District)
Current Conditions Summary
At Lake Okeechobee in FL, the most recent verified observation stands at 3.20 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 26.969, Lon -80.797 • 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 Okeechobee
Dock & Ramp Clearance
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Lake Level Risk Report
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Compare With Other Lakes
Compare Lake Okeechobee against nearby lakes on level and wind.
About Lake Okeechobee Hydrology
Lake Okeechobee is a verified natural situated in Glades County, FL. Water resources and dam operations are managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Jacksonville District).
Official hydrological telemetry is captured at station Lake Okeechobee at Clewiston, FL (Station ID: 02276400) and is referenced to the NGVD29 vertical geodetic datum. The station features continuous daily observation records spanning back to 1931-10-01 (93 years of records).
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Okeechobee
What is the current water level of Lake Okeechobee?
The latest verified reading for Lake Okeechobee is 3.20 ft NGVD29, recorded at station 02276400.
Is Lake Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee?
Full pool elevation is authorized at 15.5 ft NGVD29. The lake is currently 12.30 ft below full pool.
What vertical datum is used for Lake Okeechobee?
Elevations on Lake Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee?
Water management and river operations are directed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Jacksonville District).
Are public boat ramps on Lake Okeechobee 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.