Cherokee Lake Water Levels

Current water level conditions and historical trends for Cherokee Lake, a scenic TVA reservoir located in East Tennessee known for excellent fishing and recreation.

Current Conditions

Cherokee Lake Current Level

1058.80 ft
Mean Sea Level (MSL)
Full Pool Level: 1002.00 ft MSL
Status:
+56.80 ft above full pool
Last Updated:
3 hours ago
May 24, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
Above Full Pool

Historical Water Levels

Cherokee Lake Historical Levels (Last 5 Years)

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

Dashed line indicates full pool level (1002.00 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 Cherokee Lake

Lake Details

  • Full Pool Level: 1002.00 ft MSL
  • Surface Area: 28,780 acres at full pool
  • Shoreline: 463 miles
  • Maximum Depth: 175 feet

Recreation

  • • Boating and water sports
  • • Fishing (bass, crappie, catfish)
  • • Swimming and beaches
  • • Camping and picnicking

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.