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Rough River Lake

Kentucky · Lake

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

As of October 20, 2026, USGS gauge 03318005, 2.2 miles away, reports a gage height of 88.61 ft near Rough River Lake but no water-temperature reading.

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 03318005, as of Oct 20, 2:00 AM gauge-local time
  • A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Orange; Washington; Scott; Jefferson; Dubois; Crawford; Perry; Harrison; Floyd; Clark and other areas. — NWS Louisville KY
Gage height
88.61 ft
water level

No official beach-advisory feed for Kentucky yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge ROUGH RIVER LAKE NEAR FALLS OF ROUGH, KY (2.2 mi away), as of Oct 20, 2:00 AM gauge-local time.

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Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.