
Lake levels
Upper Helemano Reservoir, HI
- gauge height
- 43.72 ft
- Condition
- Above average for this time of year
- 7-day change
- +0.60 ft
- 30-day change
- -1.19 ft
- 1-year change
- +7.82 ft
Reading as of 2026-10-12 | the U.S. Geological Survey
- Since yesterday
- -0.17 ft
- 7-day change
- +0.60 ft
- 30-day change
- -1.19 ft
- 1-year change
- +7.82 ft
- Record high
- 46.22 ft
In brief
Upper Helemano Reservoir's gauge read 43.72 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is higher than 78% of October readings since 2011.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey
Gauge height above a local reference point; not elevation above sea level.
Lake level timeline
Records and averages
| Current level | 43.72 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 46.22 ft (2013-01-28) |
| Record low | 25.19 ft (2013-09-26) |
| Average of all readings | 40.38 ft |
| Data span | 15 years (5,422 readings) |
Level schematic
Frequently asked questions
Is Upper Helemano Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-10-12, Upper Helemano Reservoir sits at 43.72 ft, which is above average for this time of year. Over the past 30 days the level has fallen 1.19 ft.
What is the water level at Upper Helemano Reservoir today?
The most recent reading at Upper Helemano Reservoir is 43.72 ft (2026-10-12), sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.
What is the highest Upper Helemano Reservoir has ever been?
The highest level for Upper Helemano Reservoir in our records is 46.22 ft on 2013-01-28. The lowest is 25.19 ft on 2013-09-26. Our record covers about 15 years of readings.
Is Upper Helemano Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every October in our records, the current level is higher than 78% of them, which we classify as above average for this time of year. Seasonal comparison matters more than the raw number, because most reservoirs draw down predictably through late summer and refill over winter and spring.
Why is Upper Helemano Reservoir changing right now?
Reservoir levels move for four main reasons: rainfall and runoff into the basin, releases through the dam for downstream water supply, power generation or flood control, evaporation during hot months, and seasonal drawdown schedules set by the operating agency. Upper Helemano Reservoir has fallen 1.19 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has Upper Helemano Reservoir changed over the past year?
Upper Helemano Reservoir is +7.82 ft compared with this date last year (43.72 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 15 years, with a record high of 46.22 ft and a record low of 25.19 ft.
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Quote this reading
Upper Helemano Reservoir's gauge read 43.72 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is higher than 78% of October readings since 2011.
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upper-helemano-reservoir-hi-water-level-history.csv
How to cite
MyWaterLevel, “Upper Helemano Reservoir water level, 2011 to 2026,” data from U.S. Geological Survey, https://mywaterlevel.com/lake/hi/upper-helemano-reservoir/, accessed Oct 13, 2026.
Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. All Hawaii lake levels. Readings are provisional and may be revised. About our data and methods.