Current Conditions at Lake Mead & Lake Mohave

Current Lake Levels

(as of September 17, 2019)

Lake Mead elevation is approximately 1,083 feet.
Lake Mohave elevation is approximately 638 feet.

Lake Mead Ramp Status

Lake levels change regularly. Launching is at your own risk. Always check your surroundings before launching.

There may be gaps between the solid concrete and pipe mat or concrete planks. Areas underwater may be uneven.

Stay on the pipe mat or planks when launching. Backing off crooked could cause damage to trailer tires.

• Boulder Harbor - Multiple lanes on concrete.
• Hemenway Harbor - 2 lanes on concrete.
• Callville Bay - Multiple lanes on concrete and concrete planks
• Echo Bay - 2 lanes on concrete planks.
• Temple Bar - 2 lanes on concrete.
• South Cove - 2 lanes on concrete and pipe mat

The below ramps are closed

• Las Vegas Bay (closed 2001)
• Government Wash (closed 2003)
• Overton Beach (closed 2010)

Lake Mohave Ramp Status

• All ramps are in excellent condition.

Weather

Get current water temperatures, wind speeds, wave heights and more by clicking on the below links and then clicking on the observations tab.

Lake Mead

Lake Mohave

If a monsoon develops, which can happen rapidly, those on the water should find a sheltered cove or shore. Launch ramps become crowded after storms arrive. It’s also wise to write down current GPS coordinates, so rescue crews can locate you more quickly. If flash flooding occurs on land, visitors should seek high ground.

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Fireworks and Campfires

No fireworks are allowed within Lake Mead National Recreation, not even sparklers. Wood and charcoal fires are allowed in grills at developed picnic areas or campgrounds and at shorelines 100 feet from vegetation, unless marked with a no campfire sign.

Alcohol

The consumption or direct possession of an alcoholic beverage by a person operating a vehicle or vessel is prohibited.

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Notice to Mariners

Due to fluctuating water levels the following structures have changed. To report a notice to mariners, call 702-293-8778.

Temple Mesa Light #37
This light has been reestablished. It is located at:
North 36 degrees 01 minutes, 45 seconds
West 114 degrees 15 minutes, 47 seconds

This lighted beacon, which shows a green flash sequence, comes on for 0.4 seconds then turns off for 3.6 seconds after which the sequence is repeated.

Upper Boulder Basin Narrows Light #18

Previously located at
North 36 degrees 09' 02"
West 114 degrees 34' 11"

Now a buoy located at
North 36 degrees 09' 05"
West 114 degrees 34' 17"

This red conical shaped buoy will display the number 18 and during times of darkness show a red light and display a flash sequence. The light is on for 0.3 seconds then off for 0.7 seconds after which the sequence is repeated.

Rams Head Island Buoy #8A

a red-lighted buoy has been established at
North 36 degrees 16' 00"
West -114 degrees 24' 29"

This conical shaped, red buoy will show a red light and display a "Quick Flash" sequence. The light is on for 0.4 seconds then off for 0.6 seconds after which the sequence is repeated.

Delmar Butte Light #33

previously located at:
North 36 degrees 03' 37"
West -114 degrees 17' 23"

is now a green lighted buoy located at:
North 36 degrees 03' 28"
West -114 degrees 17' 46"

This can shaped green buoy will show a green light and display a "Flash Four" sequence. The light is on for 0.3 seconds then off for 0.7 seconds after which the sequence is repeated.

South Cove Light #4

previously located at:
North 36 degrees 05’ 17”
West -114 degrees 06’ 10”

Is now a red lighted buoy located at:
North 36 degrees 05’ 18”
West -114 degrees 06’ 46”

This conical shaped red buoy will show a red light and display a “Flash Four” sequence. The light is on for 0.3 seconds then off for 0.7 seconds after which the sequence is repeated.

South Boulder Island Red Light #2

previously located at:
North 36 degrees 02 minutes 05 seconds
West -114 degrees 45 minutes 38 seconds

replaced in the form of a buoy located at:
North 36 degrees 02 minutes 08 seconds
West -114 degrees 45 minutes 09 seconds

South Boulder Island Buoy #2 will be a red conical shaped buoy showing a red light and displaying a “Flash Four” sequence. The light is on for 0.4 seconds then off for 3.6 seconds after which the sequence is repeated.

Black Ridge Shore Light #19

previously located at:
North 36 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds
West -114 degrees 22 minutes 34 seconds

has been relocated as a buoy located at:
North 36 degrees 22 minutes 27 seconds
West -114 degrees 22 minutes 23 seconds

This green can shaped buoy #19 will show a “Flash” sequence. There will be a green light flashing on for 0.4 seconds and off for 3.6 seconds after which the sequence will repeat.

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Water Safety Tips

Treat every visit to Lake Mead as if it's your first. Be cautious because you will be in unfamiliar water as hazards become exposed due to changing water levels. Go slow when near points, islands, shorelines or reef areas.

Lake Mohave often experiences high water levels during the summer months, reducing available beach areas. Please be courteous to other visitors to enhance everyone’s recreation experience.

Because lake conditions can change in an instant, Lake Mead NRA recommends wearing a life jacket while swimming.

Quagga mussels and other debris exposed by lowering water levels can be sharp. Lake Mead NRA recommends wearing shoes at the beaches.

Take care when parking and walking along shoreline areas. Some areas may have deep mud.

Cliff jumping at Lake Mead NRA is highly discouraged because it is inherently dangerous due to fluctuating lake levels, uneven canyon walls and unseen submerged objects.