Major Flood
38 ft
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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
33 ft
Minor Flood
27 ft
Action Stage
21.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
50 ft
Overtopping or failure of floodwall is expected. Full evacuation of Barbourville is necessary.
45.91 ft
Flooding will exceed the highest flood on record. Homes and businesses must be evacuated.
40.29 ft
Closing of flood gates begins.
40 ft
Major flood threatens the protected area of Barbourville. US 25 E floods on both sides of the city.
39.6 ft
KY 11 floods.
39.4 ft
Homes on Miller Road and Boone Heights begin flooding.
38.5 ft
Homes begin flooding in Apple Grove, Sharp Gap and Smokey.
36.6 ft
Roads begin flooding in Heidrick. Homes begin flooding on South Main Street.
34 ft
Flooding threatens homes and businesses in unprotected areas.
30 ft
Manchester Street and Miller Road east of US 25 E flood.
27 ft
Low lying roads flood. Manchester street floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 5, 1977 | 45.91 ft | 56,100 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1945 | 42.8 ft | — |
| Nov 28, 1973 | 42.65 ft | 49,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cumberland River at Barbourville?
The Cumberland River at Barbourville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03403500) 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 Cumberland River at Barbourville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cumberland River at Barbourville is 27 feet. Action stage begins at 21.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33 feet, and major flooding at 38 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cumberland River rises?
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Where is the Cumberland River at Barbourville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Knox County, Kentucky at coordinates 36.8622°N, 83.8875°W. USGS site number: 03403500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Army Corps of Engineers, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey