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Glenns Creek

River

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Current water conditions

Comfortable
Water temp
78°F
25°C
Streamflow
5,050 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
8.54 ft
water level
Comfortable water. Generally comfortable for swimming. Still check depth, currents, and the weather before getting in.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge KENTUCKY RIVER AT LOCK 4 AT FRANKFORT, KY (4.1 mi away), as of Aug 21, 11:30 AM gauge-local time. 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.

Weather at Glenns Creek

H: 90° L: 67°
Sunny
Sunny
84°
|
Feels like 90°
Precipitation
7%
Humidity
68%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
4.7
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Clear
70°
3 AM
Clear
68°
6 AM
Mist
69°
9 AM
Sunny
71°
12 PM
Sunny
83°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
87°
6 PM
Partly Cloudy
85°
9 PM
Clear
78°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Glenns Creek?
Glenns Creek is a river in Kentucky.
What is the water temperature at Glenns Creek?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Glenns Creek in Kentucky is 78°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 03287500, 4.1 miles away.
Can you swim at Glenns Creek?
There is no fixed answer for Glenns Creek: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Glenns Creek in Kentucky. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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