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Clinton Lake Water Level

Live lake elevation for Clinton Lake, measured at USGS station CLINTON LK NR LAWRENCE, KS.

Current lake elevation
876.17 ft
Updated 56 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.35 ft
30-day avg: 876.52 ft
Streamflow
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30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-04Range: 876.23–876.71 ft2026-09-01

Clinton Lake is currently 0.4 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Clinton Lake (10)

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Clinton Lake Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Clinton Lake today?

The USGS gauge for Clinton Lake (CLINTON LK NR LAWRENCE, KS) currently reads a lake elevation of 876.17 feet, 0.4 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Clinton Lake high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Clinton Lake is 0.4 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Clinton Lake?

BoatLaunchMap lists 10 boat ramps on Clinton Lake, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 06891478. 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.