Flood Advisory
2026-09-12T16:30:00-04:00

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Eastern McCreary County in south central Kentucky... Central Whitley County in south central Kentucky... West Central Knox County in southeastern Kentucky... * WHEN...Until 430 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 132 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Williamsburg, Emlyn, Wofford, Bon, Suttons Mill, Yaden, Goldbug, Pleasant View, Redbird, Lucky, Julip, Verne, Mountain Ash, Rockholds, Perkins, Jellico Creek, Bounty, Ayers, Zion Hill and Woodbine. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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Flood Advisory
Until 2026-09-12T16:30:00-04:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Eastern McCreary County in south central Kentucky... Central Whitley County in south central Kentucky... West Central Knox County in southeastern Kentucky... * WHEN...Until 430 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 132 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Williamsburg, Emlyn, Wofford, Bon, Suttons Mill, Yaden, Goldbug, Pleasant View, Redbird, Lucky, Julip, Verne, Mountain Ash, Rockholds, Perkins, Jellico Creek, Bounty, Ayers, Zion Hill and Woodbine. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

CUMBERLAND RIVER AT WILLIAMSBURG, KY

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236

Discharge (cfs)

2.8

Gauge Height (ft)

USGS 03404000

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 236 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.84 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 283 .

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The river's flow rate is influenced by several factors, including precipitation, snowmelt, and water releases from upstream dams. The river has several notable tributaries, including the Rockcastle River and the Laurel River. The river's flow rate varies throughout the year, with higher flow rates typically occurring during the spring and winter months. The Cumberland River has been used for hydroelectric power generation and transportation of goods throughout its history. Today, the river is popular for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.

September 12, 2026

Elevation	915.0 ft
Last Updated
Gage height, ft	2.84 ft
Precipitation, total, in	0.0 in
Streamflow, ft³/s	236.0 ft3/s
Percent of Normal	52%
Year Over Year Average	458 cfs
24hr Flow Prediction	cfs
Maximum Recorded	44,700 cfs

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CUMBERLAND RIVER AT WILLIAMSBURG, KY

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236

Discharge (cfs)

2.8

Gauge Height (ft)

September 12, 2026

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Cumberland River At Williamsburg, Ky Realtime Data

CUMBERLAND RIVER AT WILLIAMSBURG, KY

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236

Discharge (cfs)

2.8

Gauge Height (ft)

September 12, 2026

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