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Herrington Lake Water Level

Live lake elevation for Herrington Lake, measured at USGS station HERRINGTON LAKE NEAR BURGIN, KY.

Current lake elevation
739.72 ft
Updated 47 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-1.44 ft
30-day avg: 741.16 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-04Range: 739.93743.06 ft2026-09-01

Herrington Lake is currently 1.4 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 Herrington Lake (18)

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Herrington Lake Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Herrington Lake today?

The USGS gauge for Herrington Lake (HERRINGTON LAKE NEAR BURGIN, KY) currently reads a lake elevation of 739.72 feet, 1.4 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Herrington Lake high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Herrington Lake is 1.4 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Herrington Lake?

BoatLaunchMap lists 18 boat ramps on Herrington Lake, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 03286000. Lake elevation is the water surface height above the vertical datum (roughly sea level), the standard way reservoir levels are quoted. Always verify conditions on site before launching.