Major Flood
760 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: WLCK2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
760 ft
Minor Flood
760 ft
Action Stage
730 ft
What Floods at Each Level
760 ft
Top of flood control pool.
740 ft
Top of power pool, spillway crest elevation.
723 ft
Summer pool.
690 ft
Winter pool.
673 ft
Bottom of power pool.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2019 | 756.52 ft | — |
| May 13, 1984 | 751.69 ft | — |
| Feb 28, 1994 | 751.42 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
WLCK2
River
Cumberland River
County
Russell, KY
Coordinates
36.8689°N, 85.1467°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cumberland River at Lake Cumberland?
The Cumberland River at Lake Cumberland gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Lake Cumberland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cumberland River at Lake Cumberland is 760 feet. Action stage begins at 730 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 760 feet, and major flooding at 760 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cumberland River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cumberland River at Lake Cumberland to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Cumberland River at Lake Cumberland gauge located?
The gauge is located in Russell County, Kentucky at coordinates 36.8689°N, 85.1467°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Corps of Engineers
- The future pool levels are furnished by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. These forecasts do not account for future precipitation.