Lake Shasta Water Level Today
Station: Shasta Lake nr Redding, CA (USGS 11370000) • Managing Agency: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (Central Valley Project)
Current Conditions Summary
Current water conditions at Lake Shasta, a premier CA reservoir, show a surface level of 1,054.70 ft (NGVD29). Measurements are verified against historical agency records. 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 40.718, Lon -122.420 • 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 Shasta
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 Shasta Hydrology
Lake Shasta is a verified reservoir situated in Shasta County, CA. Water resources and dam operations are managed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (Central Valley Project).
Official hydrological telemetry is captured at station Shasta Lake nr Redding, CA (Station ID: 11370000) and is referenced to the NGVD29 vertical geodetic datum. The station features continuous daily observation records spanning back to 1944-12-01 (80 years of records).
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Shasta
What is the current water level of Lake Shasta?
The latest verified reading for Lake Shasta is 1,054.70 ft NGVD29, recorded at station 11370000.
Is Lake Shasta currently considered normal, high, or low?
Lower than 99% of the 80 years on record for this calendar window (1th percentile).
What is the full conservation pool of Lake Shasta?
Full pool elevation is authorized at 1,067.0 ft NGVD29. The lake is currently 12.30 ft below full pool.
What vertical datum is used for Lake Shasta?
Elevations on Lake Shasta 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 Shasta?
Water management and river operations are directed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (Central Valley Project).
Are public boat ramps on Lake Shasta 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.