Clarks River

Total streamflow across the Clarks River was last observed at 63 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 125 acre-ft of water today; about 71% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 88 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2021-03-01 when daily discharge volume was observed at 27,200 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Clarks River At Murray reporting a streamflow rate of 14.7 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Clarks River, with a gauge stage of 4.91 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Clarks River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 486 ft, the Clarks River At Murray.

It was named after explorer William Clark from the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The river flows through a diverse landscape of wetlands, forests, and farmland. It is fed by several small streams and creeks, making it an important water source for agriculture. The river is also home to several fish species, including the endangered fish species, the Kentucky darter. One of the notable dams on the Clarks River is the Kentucky Dam, which was built in the 1930s to control flooding and generate hydroelectric power. The river offers recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.