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Cooper Branch

River

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Live flow only β€” 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.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 173 ftΒ³/s over 67 years).
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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” 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. β€” USGS gauge 03410500, as of Aug 22, 1:30 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 173 ftΒ³/s over 67 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 1:30 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
190 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.18 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 173 ftΒ³/s over 67 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SOUTH FORK CUMBERLAND RIVER NEAR STEARNS, KY (4.1 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:30 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Cooper Branch

H: 86Β° L: 64Β°
Sunny
Sunny
85Β°
|
Feels like 90Β°
Precipitation
69%
Humidity
60%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
7.8
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Clear
70Β°
3 AM
Clear
68Β°
6 AM
Clear
65Β°
9 AM
Sunny
70Β°
12 PM
Overcast
80Β°
3 PM
Sunny
85Β°
6 PM
Sunny
84Β°
9 PM
Overcast
77Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cooper Branch?
Cooper Branch is a river in Kentucky.
Can you swim at Cooper Branch?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Cooper Branch have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Cooper Branch include camping-nearby.

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  • β€ΊWear life jackets when on the water
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Location & Contact

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby