Overview
Lake Cachuma is a reservoir in CA. It is managed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation / Cachuma Operation and Maintenance Board.
The basin is characterized by about 3,100 acres of surface area. Shoreline and bottom character vary from protected coves and flats to deeper water, supporting a mix of open-water and nearshore habitats.
Lake Cachuma supports recreational boating and fishing. Public access is through area ramps, parks, and shoreline facilities where provided by the operator. Fishing and boating regulations are set by the relevant state wildlife agency.
Pool elevations are managed against conservation or full-pool elevation near 753 feet. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Lake Cachuma is currently 8.26 feet below full pool and has fallen slightly over the past week.
- 7-day trendFallingLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeDown 0.14 ft
- 30-day changeDown 0.14 ft
- Drought conditionsNo Drought
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Lake Cachuma is a 3,100-acre reservoir managed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation / Cachuma Operation and Maintenance Board.
