Lake levels
Neversink Reservoir, NY
- water level
- 1425.35 ft
- Condition
- About average for this time of year
- 7-day change
- -1.17 ft
- 30-day change
- -2.85 ft
- 1-year change
- +9.01 ft
Reading as of 2026-10-12 | the U.S. Geological Survey
- Since yesterday
- -0.05 ft
- 7-day change
- -1.17 ft
- 30-day change
- -2.85 ft
- 1-year change
- +9.01 ft
- Record high
- 1440.41 ft
In brief
Neversink Reservoir stood at 1,425.35 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is higher than 59% of October readings since 2019.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey
Lake level timeline
Records and averages
| Current level | 1425.35 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 1440.41 ft (2022-04-08) |
| Record low | 1380.90 ft (2024-11-21) |
| Average of all readings | 1429.51 ft |
| Data span | 6 years (2,531 readings) |
Level schematic
Trout stocking on Neversink Reservoir
NYSDEC's 2026 spring schedule lists 1 trout release on Neversink Reservoir, 3,330 fish in total, the first in April. Brown Trout at 8 inches. NYSDEC's published figures for 2025, the most recent season it has confirmed, record 3,300 trout actually released here across 2 visits.
| Species | Fish | When |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 3,330 | April |
NYSDEC lists a week or a month rather than a date, and notes that actual stocking can differ with fish availability and weather. Released at Neversink, Sullivan County. Full New York stocking schedule →
Frequently asked questions
Is Neversink Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-10-12, Neversink Reservoir sits at 1425.35 ft, which is about average for this time of year. Over the past 30 days the level has fallen 2.85 ft.
What is the water level at Neversink Reservoir today?
The most recent reading at Neversink Reservoir is 1425.35 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 Neversink Reservoir has ever been?
The highest level for Neversink Reservoir in our records is 1440.41 ft on 2022-04-08. The lowest is 1380.90 ft on 2024-11-21. Our record covers about 6 years of readings.
Is Neversink Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every October in our records, the current level is higher than 59% of them, which we classify as about 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 Neversink Reservoir low 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. Neversink Reservoir has fallen 2.85 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has Neversink Reservoir changed over the past year?
Neversink Reservoir is +9.01 ft compared with this date last year (1425.35 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 6 years, with a record high of 1440.41 ft and a record low of 1380.90 ft.
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Quote this reading
Neversink Reservoir stood at 1,425.35 feet on Oct 12, 2026. That is higher than 59% of October readings since 2019.
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neversink-reservoir-ny-water-level-history.csv
How to cite
MyWaterLevel, “Neversink Reservoir water level, 2019 to 2026,” data from U.S. Geological Survey, https://mywaterlevel.com/lake/ny/neversink-reservoir/, accessed Oct 13, 2026.
Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. All New York lake levels. Readings are provisional and may be revised. About our data and methods.