Norris Lake Water Levels

Current water level conditions and historical trends for Norris Lake, TVA's first reservoir and a popular destination for boating, fishing, and water sports.

Current Conditions

Norris Lake Current Level

1010.96 ft
Mean Sea Level (MSL)
Full Pool Level: 1020.00 ft MSL
Status:
9.04 ft below full pool
Last Updated:
3 hours ago
May 24, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
Below Full Pool

Historical Water Levels

Norris Lake Historical Levels (Last 5 Years)

Water levels shown in feet above Mean Sea Level (MSL)

Dashed line indicates full pool level (1020.00 ft MSL)

Click year labels in the legend to show/hide specific years

Drag the slider below the chart to zoom in on specific time periods

About Norris Lake

Lake Details

  • Full Pool Level: 1020.00 ft MSL
  • Surface Area: 34,200 acres at full pool
  • Shoreline: 809 miles
  • Maximum Depth: 210 feet

Recreation

  • • Boating and water skiing
  • • Fishing (trout, bass, walleye)
  • • Swimming and beaches
  • • Camping and hiking trails

Note: Water levels are managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) for flood control, power generation, and recreation. Levels may fluctuate based on seasonal conditions, rainfall, and operational requirements.