Little Sandy River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Little Sandy River Levels

May 5 2024

1,176 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+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.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Little Sandy River Near Bull Run
USGS 14141500
593 cfs 3.56 ft 138.15
Little Sandy River At Grayson
USGS 03216500
288 cfs 5.57 ft 114.93

Peak Annual Discharge

Little Sandy River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Little Sandy River Year Over Year Discharge


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