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Jenkins Branch

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Live flow only — judge the water in person

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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.
  • A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Rowan; Estill; Powell; Menifee; Rockcastle; Jackson; Pulaski; Laurel; Wayne; McCreary; Whitley and other areas.
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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 03282120, as of Aug 23, 6:20 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
Gage height
10.49 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge KENTUCKY RIVER AT LOCK 12 NEAR IRVINE, KY (6.2 mi away), as of Aug 23, 6:20 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Jenkins Branch

H: 85° L: 63°
Sunny
Sunny
63°
|
Feels like 64°
Precipitation
7%
Humidity
80%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
70°
3 AM
Clear
66°
6 AM
Clear
64°
9 AM
Sunny
68°
12 PM
Sunny
82°
3 PM
Sunny
85°
6 PM
Overcast
77°
9 PM
Overcast
70°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Jenkins Branch?
Jenkins Branch is a river in Kentucky.
Can you swim at Jenkins Branch?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.

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Location & Contact

Kentucky

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