Major Flood
760 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
755 ft
Minor Flood
750 ft
Action Stage
748 ft
What Floods at Each Level
760 ft
Top of spillway gates.
750 ft
Spillway elevation at eight other gates.
748 ft
Flood pool, spillway elevation at two lowest gates.
740 ft
Summer Pool.
725 ft
Winter 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 1978 | 761.6 ft | — |
| May 4, 2010 | 757.2 ft | — |
| Apr 6, 2025 | 757.02 ft | — |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dix River at Herrington Lake?
The Dix River at Herrington Lake gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03286000) 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 Dix River at Herrington Lake?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dix River at Herrington Lake is 750 feet. Action stage begins at 748 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 755 feet, and major flooding at 760 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dix River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Dix River at Herrington Lake 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 Dix River at Herrington Lake gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mercer County, Kentucky at coordinates 37.7844°N, 84.7036°W. USGS site number: 03286000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Dix River near Danville
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Kentucky Utilities, 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.