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Massachusetts

82.2% average fill

Measured

2

Volume stored

1,485 hm³

Measured capacity

1,806 hm³

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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 Massachusetts

As of August 1, 2026, the reservoirs we track across Massachusetts that report live levels hold roughly 1,485 hm³ of water — about 82.2% of their combined capacity. Taken together, Massachusetts's reservoirs are high.

None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Wachusett Reservoir is the fullest at 92.6%, while Quabbin Reservoir is the lowest at 80.6%.

Storage figures for Massachusetts come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC; the most recent reading is from August 1, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

Massachusetts at a glance

Reservoirs tracked
2
Average fill
82.2%
Water stored
1,485 hm³
Combined capacity
1,806 hm³
Fullest
Wachusett Reservoir (92.6%)
Lowest
Quabbin Reservoir (80.6%)
Last updated
August 1, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How full are reservoirs in Massachusetts right now?

As of August 1, 2026, the reservoirs tracked in Massachusetts that report live levels are 82.2% full overall, holding about 1,485 hm³ of water.

How many reservoirs are there in Massachusetts?

reservoirs.earth tracks 2 reservoirs in Massachusetts, with a combined storage capacity of 1,806 hm³.

Which reservoir in Massachusetts is the fullest?

Wachusett Reservoir is currently the fullest reservoir in Massachusetts, at 92.6% of capacity.

Which reservoir in Massachusetts is the lowest?

Quabbin Reservoir is currently the lowest in Massachusetts, at 80.6% of capacity.

Where does the reservoir data for Massachusetts come from?

All storage figures for Massachusetts come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC, an official source, last updated August 1, 2026.

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