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Louisiana

72.5% average fill

Measured

3

Volume stored

5,203 hm³

Measured capacity

7,177 hm³

Critical

1

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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 Louisiana

As of August 3, 2026, the reservoirs we track across Louisiana that report live levels hold roughly 5,203 hm³ of water — about 72.5% of their combined capacity. Taken together, Louisiana's reservoirs are within their normal operating range.

Across the region, 1 reservoir is at critically low levels. Caddo Lake is the fullest at 99.7%, while Bodcau Lake is the lowest at 0.0%.

Storage figures for Louisiana come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC; the most recent reading is from August 3, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

Louisiana at a glance

Reservoirs tracked
3
Average fill
72.5%
Water stored
5,203 hm³
Combined capacity
7,177 hm³
At critically low levels
1
Fullest
Caddo Lake (99.7%)
Lowest
Bodcau Lake (0.0%)
Last updated
August 3, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How full are reservoirs in Louisiana right now?

As of August 3, 2026, the reservoirs tracked in Louisiana that report live levels are 72.5% full overall, holding about 5,203 hm³ of water.

How many reservoirs are there in Louisiana?

reservoirs.earth tracks 3 reservoirs in Louisiana, with a combined storage capacity of 7,177 hm³.

Which reservoir in Louisiana is the fullest?

Caddo Lake is currently the fullest reservoir in Louisiana, at 99.7% of capacity.

Which reservoir in Louisiana is the lowest?

Bodcau Lake is currently the lowest in Louisiana, at 0.0% of capacity.

Where does the reservoir data for Louisiana come from?

All storage figures for Louisiana come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC, an official source, last updated August 3, 2026.

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