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Rough River Lake Water Level

Live gauge height for Rough River Lake, measured at USGS station ROUGH RIVER LAKE NEAR FALLS OF ROUGH, KY (4.1 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
90.32 ft
Updated 39 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-4.08 ft
30-day avg: 94.40 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 90.33101.78 ft2026-09-01

Rough River Lake is currently 4.1 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 Rough River Lake (25)

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Rough River Lake Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Rough River Lake today?

The USGS gauge for Rough River Lake (ROUGH RIVER LAKE NEAR FALLS OF ROUGH, KY) currently reads a gauge height of 90.32 feet, 4.1 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Rough River Lake high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Rough River Lake is 4.1 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Rough River Lake?

BoatLaunchMap lists 25 boat ramps on Rough River Lake, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 03318005. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.