LAKE LURE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The town of Lake Lure says its namesake lake continues to slowly refill following months of restoration work tied to recovery from Tropical Storm Helene.

Town officials reported Monday that the lake level has reached about 968 feet above mean sea level, with a goal of allowing it to naturally rise to roughly 970 feet in the coming weeks. A full pond level for Lake Lure is 990.5 feet, according to the town.

The speed of refilling will depend on weather conditions, and officials plan to hold the lake at around 970 feet to accommodate ongoing infrastructure and restoration projects.

Lake Lure was significantly impacted by flooding and sedimentation after Tropical Storm Helene swept through western North Carolina in September 2024, damaging roads, utility systems, and the dam area. Restoration work began earlier this year as part of a long-term recovery plan.

Updates on lake levels and project progress will continue to be posted on the town’s website. Residents can also find updates and detailed information about the long-term recovery plan in the “Lake Restoration Update.”