Where is Townsend Fork?

Townsend Fork is a river in Kentucky.

Updated June 13, 2026

Townsend Fork

River

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.

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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 03281010, as of Aug 21, 2:45 PM gauge-local time

Gage height

10.52 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge NORTH FORK KENTUCKY RIVER AT BEATTYVILLE, KY (8.4 mi away), as of Aug 21, 2:45 PM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Townsend Fork

H: 86° L: 66°

Overcast

85°

Feels like 87°

Precipitation

Humidity

52%

Wind

2 mph

UV Index

7.5

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen

12 AM

71°

3 AM

69°

6 AM

67°

9 AM

72°

12 PM

81°

3 PM

85°

6 PM

86°

9 PM

78°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Townsend Fork?: Townsend Fork is a river in Kentucky.
Can you swim at Townsend Fork?: 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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Location & Contact

Kentucky

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