Major Flood
45 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
32 ft
Minor Flood
28 ft
Action Stage
26 ft
What Floods at Each Level
61 ft
Surface of US 68 bridge floods.
53 ft
Large sections of the city flood. Travel is impossible in some areas.
48 ft
Water treatment plant is shut down.
43 ft
Approaches to KY 185 bridge flood.
36 ft
Several homes along river begin to flood.
34 ft
Most of Beech Bend Park floods.
30 ft
Boat Landing Road is impassable.
23 ft
Parks begin to flood. Most of Thomas Landing and Weldon Peete Park flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, 1913 | 52.2 ft | — |
| Feb 28, 1962 | 49.55 ft | 85,000 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1936 | 46 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Barren River at Bowling Green?
The Barren River at Bowling Green gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03314500) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Barren River at Bowling Green?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Barren River at Bowling Green is 28 feet. Action stage begins at 26 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 32 feet, and major flooding at 45 feet.
How do I get alerts when Barren River rises?
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Where is the Barren River at Bowling Green gauge located?
The gauge is located in Warren County, Kentucky at coordinates 37.0028°N, 86.4328°W. USGS site number: 03314500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.