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Kentucky River - Lower Water Level

Live gauge height for Kentucky River - Lower, measured at USGS station KENTUCKY RIVER AT LOCK 4 AT FRANKFORT, KY (4.7 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
6.96 ft
Updated 1 hr ago
vs. 30-day average
-1.27 ft
30-day avg: 8.23 ft
Water temperature
82°F

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 7.0010.50 ft2026-09-01

Kentucky River - Lower is currently 1.3 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 Kentucky River - Lower (10)

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Kentucky River - Lower Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Kentucky River - Lower today?

The USGS gauge for Kentucky River - Lower (KENTUCKY RIVER AT LOCK 4 AT FRANKFORT, KY) currently reads a gauge height of 6.96 feet, 1.3 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Kentucky River - Lower high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Kentucky River - Lower is 1.3 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Kentucky River - Lower?

BoatLaunchMap lists 10 boat ramps on Kentucky River - Lower, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 03287500. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.