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Duck Branch
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 78°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 78°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Rowan; Estill; Powell; Menifee; Rockcastle; Jackson; Pulaski; Laurel; Wayne; McCreary; Whitley and other areas.
natural watercourse in Knott County, Kentucky, United States of America; geonames ID = 4290445
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 78°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 78°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 03277450, as of Aug 23, 5:00 AM gauge-local time
- A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Rowan; Estill; Powell; Menifee; Rockcastle; Jackson; Pulaski; Laurel; Wayne; McCreary; Whitley and other areas. — NWS Jackson KY
No official beach-advisory feed for Kentucky yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CARR FORK NEAR SASSAFRAS, KY (15.5 mi away), as of Aug 23, 5:00 AM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Duck Branch?
- Duck Branch is a river in Kentucky.
- What is the water temperature at Duck Branch?
- As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Duck Branch in Kentucky is 78°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 03277450, 15.5 miles away.
- Can you swim at Duck Branch?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 78°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 23, 2026.
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