Overview
San Luis Reservoir is a reservoir in CA. It is managed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation / California DWR.
The basin is characterized by about 12,500 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.
San Luis Reservoir 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 544 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
San Luis Reservoir is currently 56.97 feet below full pool and has been rising over the past week.
- 7-day trendRisingLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeUp 1.96 ft
- 30-day changeUp 1.96 ft
- Drought conditionsNo Drought
- Active advisories1 active (Notice)
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
San Luis Reservoir is a 12,500-acre reservoir managed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation / California DWR.
