Can you swim here today?
Flat Rockhouse Branch
Kentucky · River
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, USGS gauge 03209800, 15.8 miles away, reports a streamflow of 1,150 ft³/s near Flat Rockhouse Branch 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 03209800, as of Aug 21, 10:45 AM UTC
- A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Pulaski; Laurel; Wayne; McCreary; Whitley; Knox; Bell; Harlan; Johnson; Wolfe; Magoffin; Floyd and other areas. — NWS Jackson KY
- A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Pulaski; Laurel; Wayne; McCreary; Whitley; Knox; Bell; Harlan; Johnson; Wolfe; Magoffin; Floyd and other areas. — NWS Jackson KY
Streamflow
1,150 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
3.56 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Kentucky yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge LEVISA FORK AT PRESTONSBURG, KY (15.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:45 AM UTC.
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.