-1490.0 cfs (-3.36%) since yesterday
71.4% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Kentucky River
was last observed at
42,850
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
84,992
acre-ft of water today; about 71%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
60,015 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2021-03-03 when daily discharge volume was observed at
893,000 cfs.
The Kentucky River is a tributary of the Ohio River, covering a total length of 259 miles. It has a significant history in the state of Kentucky, as it was a vital transportation route for early settlers and served as a source of power for mills and factories in the 19th century. The river's hydrology includes multiple tributaries, with some of the major ones being the North Fork, Middle Fork, and South Fork. The river is impounded by several dams, including the Lock and Dam 11, which creates the reservoir known as the Kentucky River Lake. Other recreational areas around the river include the Kentucky River Palisades and the Clifty Wilderness Area. The Kentucky River is used for agricultural purposes, including irrigation and livestock watering.