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West Virginia

80.4% average fill

Measured

9

Volume stored

620 hm³

Measured capacity

770 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 West Virginia

As of July 30, 2026, the reservoirs we track across West Virginia that report live levels hold roughly 620 hm³ of water — about 80.4% of their combined capacity. Taken together, West Virginia's reservoirs are high.

None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Stonewall Jackson Lake, WV is the fullest at 105.0%, while Tygart Lake, WV is the lowest at 56.3%.

Over the most recent week on record, 1 reservoir rose across West Virginia.

Storage figures for West Virginia come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC; the most recent reading is from July 30, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

West Virginia at a glance

Reservoirs tracked
9
Average fill
80.4%
Water stored
620 hm³
Combined capacity
770 hm³
Fullest
Stonewall Jackson Lake, WV (105.0%)
Lowest
Tygart Lake, WV (56.3%)
Last updated
July 30, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How full are reservoirs in West Virginia right now?

As of July 30, 2026, the reservoirs tracked in West Virginia that report live levels are 80.4% full overall, holding about 620 hm³ of water.

How many reservoirs are there in West Virginia?

reservoirs.earth tracks 9 reservoirs in West Virginia, with a combined storage capacity of 770 hm³.

Which reservoir in West Virginia is the fullest?

Stonewall Jackson Lake, WV is currently the fullest reservoir in West Virginia, at 105.0% of capacity.

Which reservoir in West Virginia is the lowest?

Tygart Lake, WV is currently the lowest in West Virginia, at 56.3% of capacity.

Where does the reservoir data for West Virginia come from?

All storage figures for West Virginia come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC, an official source, last updated July 30, 2026.

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