LakeLevelIs Smith Mountain Lake low right now?
Smith Mountain Lake was at 789.10 ft on October 10, 2026, 5.90 ft below its full pool of 795.0 ft.
Daily levels, last two weeks
| Date | Level (ft) | Change | vs full pool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10 | 789.10 | — | −5.9 |
About Smith Mountain Lake
- Full pool
- 795.0 ft (Normal Full Pond)
- Operated by
- Appalachian Power (AEP)
- Data
- Appalachian Power (AEP) — Smith Mountain Dam
- Datum
- NGVD29
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Questions
Is Smith Mountain Lake low right now?
Smith Mountain Lake was at 789.10 ft on October 10, 2026, 5.90 ft below its full pool of 795.0 ft.
What is full pool for Smith Mountain Lake?
Full pool (Normal Full Pond) is 795.0 ft above sea level, per Appalachian Power (AEP). Levels above it mean the operator is storing flood water; levels below it are normal in late summer and winter drawdowns.
How often is the Smith Mountain Lake level updated?
The operator reports a few times a day. This page refreshes several times a day; the time of the latest reading is shown next to the level.
Where does this data come from?
Appalachian Power (AEP) (Smith Mountain Dam). Readings are provisional and can be revised.