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Inks Lake water level
Current level
887.59ft NAVD88
Reading from Oct 26, 2026
- Past 24 hours
- -0.02ft
- Past 7 days
- +0.20ft
- Past 30 days
- +0.24ft
- Trend
- Rising
Inks Lake was at 887.59 ft on October 26, rising 0.20 ft over the past week.
Last 30 days
Recent daily readings
| Date | Level (ft NAVD88) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 25, 2026 | 887.61 | -0.03 |
| Oct 24, 2026 | 887.64 | -0.03 |
| Oct 23, 2026 | 887.67 | +0.28 |
| Oct 22, 2026 | 887.39 | +0.05 |
| Oct 21, 2026 | 887.34 | -0.02 |
| Oct 20, 2026 | 887.36 | -0.03 |
| Oct 19, 2026 | 887.39 | -0.03 |
| Oct 18, 2026 | 887.42 | -0.04 |
| Oct 17, 2026 | 887.46 | -0.06 |
| Oct 16, 2026 | 887.52 | +0.07 |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 887.45 | +0.07 |
| Oct 14, 2026 | 887.38 | -0.03 |
| Oct 13, 2026 | 887.41 | -0.02 |
| Oct 12, 2026 | 887.43 | -0.02 |
Reading these numbers
Readings are elevations in feet above the North American Vertical Datum of 1988 (NAVD88), the current national reference. Older dam documents often quote NGVD29 instead, which can differ by a few feet. See NGVD29 vs NAVD88.
Reservoir levels are managed. Operators lower them ahead of flood season, hold them for summer recreation, and draw them down for dam work. When the lake falls well below its usual level, shallow points and stumps start showing up in places that are normally safe.
High water brings its own problems: floating debris after storms, flooded docks and courtesy piers, and no-wake rules near flooded campgrounds. A quick look at the trend before you hitch up saves a wasted trip.
The gauge is listed by USGS as Lcra Inks Lk nr Kingsland, TX. Wind can pile water up at one end of a big lake for a few hours, so short spikes on a windy day are normal.
Inks Lake water level questions
What is the water level at Inks Lake today?
Inks Lake was at 887.59 ft on October 26, rising 0.20 ft over the past week.
Is Inks Lake rising or falling?
Over the last seven days the level has risen (+0.20 ft), and it is +0.24 ft compared with 30 days ago.
Where does the Inks Lake water level data come from?
From the U.S. Geological Survey, gauge 08148100 (Lcra Inks Lk nr Kingsland, TX). USGS publishes provisional readings every 15 to 60 minutes; they can be revised later after quality checks.
How often is this page updated?
The page itself is rebuilt every day with the latest daily values, and the current reading refreshes straight from the USGS each time you open it.
Nearby lakes
If Inks is blown out, these are the closest alternatives. Tap through for their water levels.