+344.0 cfs (+138.15%) since yesterday
56.3% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Little Sandy River
was last observed at
593
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,176
acre-ft of water today; about 56%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,053 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2021-03-01 when daily discharge volume was observed at
10,141 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Little Sandy River Near Bull Run
reporting a streamflow rate of 593 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Little Sandy River At Grayson
with a gauge stage of 5.57 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Little Sandy River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 751 ft, the
Little Sandy River Near Bull Run.
Last Updated
2024-05-05
Streamflow
593.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
56.3%
Maximum
10,141.0 cfs
2021-03-01
About the little sandy river
The Little Sandy River is a tributary of the Ohio River that runs through Kentucky, USA. The river is approximately 85 miles long and has a drainage basin of 719 square miles. It was named after the sandy banks that can be found along its course. The river has played an important role in the agricultural and recreational activities of the region, providing irrigation for farms and supporting fishing and boating activities. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Grayson Lake and the Cave Run Lake. The Grayson Lake was constructed in 1968 for flood control and provides recreational opportunities, such as fishing and boating. The Cave Run Lake, on the other hand, was built in 1973 and is primarily used for water supply and hydroelectric power generation.