Name: Ross Barnett Reservoir water-level time series
Creator: Lakebrief

Question 1

What is the current water level at Ross Barnett Reservoir?

Accepted Answer

Ross Barnett Reservoir's current water level is shown at the top of this page, sourced from USGS gauge 02485600 and updated continuously. The 7-day trend, full-pool comparison, and a multi-year history chart are all on this page.

Question 2

What is the full pool elevation for Ross Barnett Reservoir?

Accepted Answer

Ross Barnett Reservoir has a full pool elevation of 297.5 ft (NGVD29). Surface area at full pool is 33,000 acres.

Question 3

How is Ross Barnett Reservoir's water level measured?

Accepted Answer

Water-surface elevation for Ross Barnett Reservoir is measured by USGS gauge 02485600. Lakebrief polls the upstream feed continuously and renders the latest reading, recent trend, and multi-year context.

Question 4

What is the historical low water level for Ross Barnett Reservoir?

Accepted Answer

The lowest recorded modern elevation for Ross Barnett Reservoir is approximately 293.23 ft. The low-water advisory threshold for the dashboard is 295.5 ft.

Ross Barnett Reservoir water level