1st Street, Carrollton boat launch
1st Street, Carrollton
According to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources website, this boat ramp is a concrete ramp that is 24 feet wide with a gravel parking lot. The latest information available lists this ramp as being suitable for small boats and fishing boats. It is important to note that there may be restrictions on certain types of watercraft or activities at this ramp, so it is always important to check local regulations before launching.
In terms of the body of water that the 1st Street Boat Ramp services, it is located on the Ohio River. The Ohio River is a major waterway that spans over 981 miles and flows through 6 states including Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, and West Virginia. It is a popular destination for boaters, anglers, and recreational enthusiasts.
In summary, the 1st Street Boat Ramp in Carrollton, Kentucky is a concrete ramp that is 24 feet wide and provides access to the Ohio River. It is suitable for small boats and fishing boats, but it is important to check local regulations before launching.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around 1st Street, Carrollton -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio River At Markland Dam Near Warsaw | 66,300 cfs | → |
| Indian-Kentuck Creek Nr Canaan | 4 cfs | → |
| Eagle Creek At Glencoe | 316 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 2 At Lockport | 1,020 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 3 At Gest | 909 cfs | → |
| Mud Lick Cr At Hwy 42 Nr Beaverlick | 16 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save 1st Street, Carrollton as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About 1st Street, Carrollton
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of 1st Street, Carrollton.