Lake levels
John H. Kerr Reservoir, VA
- water level
- 287.80 ft
- Condition
- Low for this time of year
- 7-day change
- -0.33 ft
- 30-day change
- -2.25 ft
- 1-year change
- -12.12 ft
Reading as of 2026-10-10 | the U.S. Geological Survey
- Since yesterday
- +0.00 ft
- 7-day change
- -0.33 ft
- 30-day change
- -2.25 ft
- 1-year change
- -12.12 ft
- Record high
- 315.17 ft
In brief
John H. Kerr Reservoir stood at 287.80 feet on Oct 10, 2026. That is lower than 100% of October readings since 2005.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey
Lake level timeline
Records and averages
| Current level | 287.80 ft |
|---|---|
| Record high | 315.17 ft (2020-05-28) |
| Record low | 287.80 ft (2026-10-09) |
| Average of all readings | 299.88 ft |
| Data span | 21 years (6,099 readings) |
Level schematic
Frequently asked questions
Is John H. Kerr Reservoir full right now?
As of 2026-10-10, John H. Kerr Reservoir sits at 287.80 ft, which is low for this time of year. Over the past 30 days the level has fallen 2.25 ft.
What is the water level at John H. Kerr Reservoir today?
The most recent reading at John H. Kerr Reservoir is 287.80 ft (2026-10-10), sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings on this page refresh automatically as the agency publishes new data.
What is the highest John H. Kerr Reservoir has ever been?
The highest level for John H. Kerr Reservoir in our records is 315.17 ft on 2020-05-28. The lowest is 287.80 ft on 2026-10-09. Our record covers about 21 years of readings.
Is John H. Kerr Reservoir low for this time of year?
Compared with every October in our records, the current level is higher than 0% of them, which we classify as low 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 John H. Kerr 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. John H. Kerr Reservoir has fallen 2.25 ft over the past 30 days. For the operational reason on any given week, check the U.S. Geological Survey directly.
How much has John H. Kerr Reservoir changed over the past year?
John H. Kerr Reservoir is -12.12 ft compared with this date last year (287.80 ft today). The full-history chart above covers 21 years, with a record high of 315.17 ft and a record low of 287.80 ft.
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Quote this reading
John H. Kerr Reservoir stood at 287.80 feet on Oct 10, 2026. That is lower than 100% of October readings since 2005.
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john-h-kerr-reservoir-va-water-level-history.csv
How to cite
MyWaterLevel, “John H. Kerr Reservoir water level, 2005 to 2026,” data from U.S. Geological Survey, https://mywaterlevel.com/lake/va/john-h-kerr-reservoir/, accessed Oct 13, 2026.
Source: the U.S. Geological Survey. All Virginia lake levels. Readings are provisional and may be revised. About our data and methods.