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Chautauqua Lake Water Level

Live lake elevation for Chautauqua Lake, measured at USGS station CHAUTAUQUA LAKE AT BEMUS POINT NY.

Current lake elevation
1308.18 ft
Updated 26 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.11 ft
30-day avg: 1308.29 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 1308.151308.60 ft2026-09-01

Chautauqua Lake is currently near its 30-day average — typical launching conditions at most ramps.

Boat Ramps on Chautauqua Lake (12)

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Chautauqua Lake Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Chautauqua Lake today?

The USGS gauge for Chautauqua Lake (CHAUTAUQUA LAKE AT BEMUS POINT NY) currently reads a lake elevation of 1308.18 feet, near its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Chautauqua Lake high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Chautauqua Lake is near its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Chautauqua Lake?

BoatLaunchMap lists 12 boat ramps on Chautauqua Lake, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 03013946. Lake elevation is the water surface height above the vertical datum (roughly sea level), the standard way reservoir levels are quoted. Always verify conditions on site before launching.