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Cave Run Lake Water Level

Live gauge height for Cave Run Lake, measured at USGS station CAVE RUN LAKE NEAR FARMERS, KY (5.6 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
30.25 ft
Updated 21 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.32 ft
30-day avg: 30.57 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-04Range: 30.1831.74 ft2026-09-01

Cave Run Lake is currently 0.3 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Cave Run Lake (14)

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Cave Run Lake Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Cave Run Lake today?

The USGS gauge for Cave Run Lake (CAVE RUN LAKE NEAR FARMERS, KY) currently reads a gauge height of 30.25 feet, 0.3 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Cave Run Lake high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Cave Run Lake is 0.3 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Cave Run Lake?

BoatLaunchMap lists 14 boat ramps on Cave Run Lake, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 03249498. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.