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Patoka Lake Water Level

Live lake elevation for Patoka Lake, measured at USGS station PATOKA LAKE NEAR CUZCO, IN.

Current lake elevation
540.57 ft
Updated 48 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.76 ft
30-day avg: 541.33 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 540.63542.10 ft2026-09-01

Patoka Lake is currently 0.8 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 Patoka Lake (6)

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Patoka Lake Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Patoka Lake today?

The USGS gauge for Patoka Lake (PATOKA LAKE NEAR CUZCO, IN) currently reads a lake elevation of 540.57 feet, 0.8 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Patoka Lake high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Patoka Lake is 0.8 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Patoka Lake?

BoatLaunchMap lists 6 boat ramps on Patoka Lake, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 03374498. 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.