Water Level:

As of 05/10/2008 the water level has long since been back to normal as the area is now experiencing rain or regular bases now.

2008 Water Level Forecast:

Smith Mountain Lake region has received generous amounts of rain in 2008 and summer water levels look to be excellent, pending releases for power as the demand calls for it. The lake water level should remain at near, if not, full pond throughout most of the summer season making it ideal for boating, fishing and swimming as well as all other recreational activities.

Please Note:

No one can accurately predict long-term rain fall for the region, thus the information found here is subject to unknown variables. This information is based on recent trends, and first hand observations in weather patterns.

Update 05-10-08:

Smith Mountain Lake water levels are back to normal, and have been since mid February of 2008. We do not foresee unusually low water levels for the summer of 2008.

Update 10-28-07:

The Smith Mountain Lake water level continues to rise at a steady pace. As of today, the mudflats along the shoreline are finally under water once again. We anticipate the lake will be at full pond in five more days, provided AEP does does over indulge in power generation during this critical refill time.

Update 10-26-07:

The Smith Mountain Lake water shed has suddenly begun to receive moderate to heavy sustained rainfall for days now. The rain is expected to continue for a couple more days. As you can tell from the above chart, the Smith Mountain Lake water is now rising quickly and thus the lake is now on the fill.