# SML+ — Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia

> Smith Mountain Lake information: water levels, temperature, wind, gas prices, and alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by Timothy Barr.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sml-plus/id1519595178 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Timothy Barr](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519595180)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 47 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-06-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sml-plus/id1519595178/reviews.md

## What is SML+?

Worried about flooding at the lake? Wondering how water levels are changing or how fast water is flowing? Curious about the current water temperature? Interested in alerts specific to SML? Or maybe you just want to track the SML Ice Cream Boat or Hotdog Boat. Whatever brings you to the lake, this app is for you — whether you visit, live on, or boat at Smith Mountain Lake and want water level, water temp, water flow, wind forecast, or map information at your fingertips.

SML+ is the ONLY app that includes:

- Water level measurements for SML and Leesville, updated every 10 minutes
- Water temperature updated hourly from 9 sensors across 7 locations around the lake
- Smith Mountain Project Inflow/Outflow from USGS gauges
- Customizable date ranges for water level, water temp, and flow trends
- Comprehensive map showing marine gas, water temp, restaurants, food boats, and attractions
- 5-day wind forecast with speed, gust, and direction
- Contextual average water level that adapts to the range you're viewing
- Color-coded water level status at a glance
- Tap any point on a chart for the exact reading at that moment
- Water level and safety alerts

## Key features

- Real-time water level updates
- Hourly water temperature readings
- Interactive temperature sensor map
- Historical water level and temperature charts
- Marine gas prices and locations
- 5-day wind forecast
- Water level and safety alerts

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sml-plus/id1519595178/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Love the app

*2026-08-18*

This is a great app! Not sure why it started buzzing every time I open it? It’s like it is trying to give a notification but there is no setting for that? Thanks for the help

### 5/5 — HUGE THUMBS UP

*2026-05-31*

All I can say is WOW! The recent update is a fantastic. This is one of the most helpful apps on my phone. And the features just added make it even more valuable. I use it every day!

### 5/5 — Great Job on SML+

*2023-04-21*

Great job Tim with all of the new functionality. I appreciate that you’ve enabled alerts as well.

### 5/5 — SML+ 5 Stars all the way

*2023-01-02*

I can’t say enough great things about this app!! It’s so informative and helps me to decide on whether to go out on the lake or not. Love the alerts. I ABSOLUTELY love everything about the app!!! I told my son and husband about it, they downloaded it and love it as well!!! It’s a must have!!! THANK YOU for creating it!!

### 5/5 — This app rocks - as much as SML itself!

*2022-12-27*

If you care about SML, this is the app for you.  The app is easy to read and super useful. Thanks for developing it. Keep up the good work.

### 5/5 — Must have app if you love SML

*2022-08-15*

Simple, value added app. One of my favorites! Nice quick reference for lake level and trends. Also provides a nice Windy weather app forecast as well as location of the awesome Ice Cream Boat. No ads, data tracking or other annoying stuff. Thank you for a great app!!

### 5/5 — Alerts

*2020-11-17, version 1.1*

Thank you for providing this great app!

One suggestion is to enable in-app alerts when the water level exceeds certain levels such as normal or fixed dock.

### 5/5 — And track the Ice Cream Boat!!

*2020-07-05*

Thanks for this great app that tracks the lake level and with an added bonus tracks the Ice Cream Boat.

### 5/5 — What a great app....

*2020-07-02*

I normally don’t write reviews but felt compelled with this app. It’s a simple app that does a great job of showing a graph of the water level on Smith Mountain Lake. What  puts it over the top is the map that shows the location of the SML ice cream boat. For those who know SML, the ice cream boat is a staple of the lake!

### 5/5 — Perfect app for SML residents!!!

*2020-07-02*

It has a simple design allows you to view water level data at a glance. It has a handy feature that allows you to select either day/week/month views. And the ice cream boat tracker is definitely the cherry on top!! Thank you for making this app.

## Frequently asked questions about SML+

### How often are SML+ water levels updated?

SML+ provides water level measurements updated every 15 minutes. This ensures you have the most current information about the lake's water level.

### Where does SML+ get its water temperature data?

Water temperature data in SML+ is updated every hour from 9 sensors located at 7 different points around Smith Mountain Lake. You can view these locations on an interactive map within the app.

### Does SML+ offer historical data for water levels and temperature?

Yes, SML+ provides day, week, month, and year views of water level and temperature changes at the lake. This allows for tracking trends over time.

### Can I find marine gas prices with SML+?

SML+ includes information on marine gas prices and their locations around Smith Mountain Lake. This feature helps boaters find fuel easily.

### What kind of alerts does SML+ provide?

SML+ offers specific water level and safety alerts. It also includes a GPS locator for the SML Ice Cream Boat and Hot Dog Boat.

### Is SML+ available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, SML+ is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android compatibility is not specified.

### How frequently is SML+ updated?

The latest version of SML+ is 3.2.1, and it was last updated on May 23, 2025. This indicates a commitment to regular updates and maintenance.

### What is the user sentiment for SML+?

SML+ has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 37 ratings, suggesting very positive user sentiment. Users appear highly satisfied with the app's features and reliability.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1.1 — 2026-08-15

Fix for a critical error associating the Apple Watch app with the iOS app.

### 4.1 — 2026-08-14

We've added an Apple Watch app, Home Screen Widgets, and Lock Screen Widgets!

### 4.0.2 — 2026-08-01

Fixed a performance issue affecting data load speed.

### 4.0.1 — 2026-05-30

Small update to fix the report gas prices button on the map.

### 4.0 — 2026-05-30

General App Updates
- Dark Mode
- Added Smith Mountain Project Flow information
- All new Map interface

Water Level
- Added a user selectable date range
- Average Water Level annotation is now contextual based on user selected range
- Click on the SML+ logo to show water level for the same time period for the previous year
- Smith Mountain Project Inflow/Outflow Summary added

Smith Mountain Project Flow
- New graph showing inflow and outflow for the Smith Mountain Project

Water Temp
- Added averages for 3ft and 20ft sensors
- Added a user selectable date range

SML+ Map
- New map interface that consolidates all map layers onto a single map
- User location is now shown on the map
- Updated Food Boat GPS tracker now shows historical GPS tracks
- Marker locations now include Google Places information

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