Storage from official US gauges (USGS, USACE, Bureau of Reclamation, CDEC). Fill % uses design capacity from the National Inventory of Dams where available; a few sites without a match fall back to the 5-year maximum.

About reservoirs in California

As of July 29, 2026, the reservoirs we track across California that report live levels hold roughly 24,078 hm³ of water — about 70.6% of their combined capacity. Taken together, California's reservoirs are within their normal operating range.

Across the region, 2 reservoirs are at critically low levels and 3 are low. CCH is the fullest at 101.9%, while BAR is the lowest at 0.0%.

Over the most recent week on record, 1 reservoir fell across California.

Storage figures for California come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC; the most recent reading is from July 29, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

California at a glance

Reservoirs tracked: 33
Average fill: 70.6%
Water stored: 24,078 hm³
Combined capacity: 34,085 hm³
At critically low levels: 2
Fullest: CCH (101.9%)
Lowest: BAR (0.0%)
Last updated: July 29, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How full are reservoirs in California right now?

As of July 29, 2026, the reservoirs tracked in California that report live levels are 70.6% full overall, holding about 24,078 hm³ of water.

How many reservoirs are there in California?

reservoirs.earth tracks 33 reservoirs in California, with a combined storage capacity of 34,085 hm³.

Which reservoir in California is the fullest?

CCH is currently the fullest reservoir in California, at 101.9% of capacity.

Which reservoir in California is the lowest?

BAR is currently the lowest in California, at 0.0% of capacity.

Where does the reservoir data for California come from?

All storage figures for California come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC, an official source, last updated July 29, 2026.

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