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Sam Howard Branch

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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.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

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 03400986, as of Aug 21, 10:30 AM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
41 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
60.31 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MARTIN'S FORK NEAR HARLAN, KY (1.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:30 AM UTC.

Weather at Sam Howard Branch

H: 82° L: 69°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
77°
|
Feels like 82°
Precipitation
83%
Humidity
76%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
71°
3 AM
Overcast
70°
6 AM
Overcast
69°
9 AM
Moderate rain
72°
12 PM
Moderate rain at times
77°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
82°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
79°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sam Howard Branch?
Sam Howard Branch is a river in Kentucky.
Can you swim at Sam Howard Branch?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.

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Kentucky

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