Barren River At Bowling Green, Ky Realtime Data
BARREN RIVER AT BOWLING GREEN, KY
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
3,170
Discharge (cfs)
9.3
Gauge Height (ft)
USGS 03314500
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 3,170 cfs, and a gauge height of 9.26 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 725 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
It does not have any major dams or tributaries that significantly affect its flow. The river experiences seasonal fluctuations in flow with higher levels during the wetter months and lower levels during drier periods. Interestingly, the Barren River is named for its historically rocky and barren appearance rather than its current state. Despite being a popular recreational destination, the river has seen water quality issues due to agricultural runoff and other pollution sources.
July 13, 2026
| Elevation | 430.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 9.26 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 3170.0 ft3/s |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Percent of Normal | 200% |
| Year Over Year Average | 1,580 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 41,100 cfs |
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