What is the current water level of Austin Lake?

As of Jul 14, 2026, 11:45 AM (UTC-05:00), the pool elevation was 855.61 ft (datum NAVD88), provisional and subject to revision. See the trend chart above for the recent direction.

Is Austin Lake full right now?

Its managing agency does not publish a %-of-conservation-pool-full figure for this lake, so we show the bare level rather than estimate one.

Where does this data come from?

From USGS site 04097188, retrieved Jul 14, 2026, 10:55 PM (UTC+00:00). See the official link and the methodology page for the full source and update cadence.

Is this safe to use for boating or navigation?

No. Levels here are provisional readings for general reference only — not for navigation, dam-safety, or other safety decisions. Always confirm current conditions with the managing agency before making those calls.

Austin Lake water level — Michigan

Michigan · USGS · reading Jul 14, 2026, 11:45 AM (UTC-05:00) Provisional

Austin Lake in Michigan was last measured at 855.61 ft (datum NAVD88), as of Jul 14, 2026, 11:45 AM (UTC-05:00) (USGS Water Services). Over its recent trend window the level has been falling (−0.2 ft). This reading is provisional and subject to revision. Figures are provisional readings for reference — not for navigation or safety decisions.

Current reading Austin Lake · Michigan

Pool elevation: 855.61 ft
% of conservation pool full: Not reported
Storage: Not reported
Recent trend: ↓Falling

Recent trend

The last ~90 days of readings at this station, downsampled for display.

Data: USGS Water Services (waterservices.usgs.gov) and USACE CWMS Data (cwms-data.usace.army.mil), retrieved 2026-07-14. Both public domain (a work of the U.S. Government, 17 U.S.C. §105).

Important — not for navigation or safety decisions

Water levels here are provisional readings for general reference only. Conditions vary and readings can be revised. Always confirm current conditions with the managing agency before making navigation, boating, or dam-safety decisions.

Source: USGS site 04097188, retrieved Jul 14, 2026, 10:55 PM (UTC+00:00). Official page for this lake →

Nearby lakes

The six nearest published lakes by centroid distance (great-circle) — cross-state neighbors included.

Lakes nearest to Austin Lake, with current level and distance.
Lake	State	Level	Distance
J. Edward Roush Lake	IN	749.83 ft	150 km
Salamonie Lake at Dora	IN	755.54 ft	154 km
Mississinewa Lake at Peoria	IN	737.27 ft	168 km
Grand Lake St Marys	OH	870.67 ft	201 km
Lake Loramie	OH	953.80 ft	227 km
Indian Lake at Russells Point	OH	996.01 ft	237 km

Frequently asked questions

What is the current water level of Austin Lake?: As of Jul 14, 2026, 11:45 AM (UTC-05:00), the pool elevation was 855.61 ft (datum NAVD88), provisional and subject to revision. See the trend chart above for the recent direction.
Is Austin Lake full right now?: Its managing agency does not publish a %-of-conservation-pool-full figure for this lake, so we show the bare level rather than estimate one.
Where does this data come from?: From USGS site 04097188, retrieved Jul 14, 2026, 10:55 PM (UTC+00:00). See the official link and the methodology page for the full source and update cadence.
Is this safe to use for boating or navigation?: No. Levels here are provisional readings for general reference only — not for navigation, dam-safety, or other safety decisions. Always confirm current conditions with the managing agency before making those calls.

More in Michigan

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