Major Flood
50 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
45 ft
Minor Flood
37 ft
Action Stage
34 ft
What Floods at Each Level
50 ft
Water approaches first floor of some homes in Rochester. Several county roads closed.
47 ft
Rochester is cutoff.
46 ft
KY 70 floods one mile north of Rochester.
45 ft
KY 70 floods between Dunbar and South Hill. Water enters basements in some homes along river in Rochester.
44 ft
KY 1117 floods near Mining City.
37 ft
Reeds and Rochester Ferries remain closed. KY 369 floods one mile north of Rochester.
34 ft
Rochester Ferry stops operation.
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 26, 1937 | 61.6 ft | — |
| Dec 31, 1912 | 55.7 ft | — |
| Apr 9, 2025 | 53.11 ft | 106,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Green River (KY) at Rochester?
The Green River (KY) at Rochester gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03315850) 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 Green River (KY) at Rochester?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Green River (KY) at Rochester is 37 feet. Action stage begins at 34 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 45 feet, and major flooding at 50 feet.
How do I get alerts when Green River (KY) rises?
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Where is the Green River (KY) at Rochester gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ohio County, Kentucky at coordinates 37.2157°N, 86.8936°W. USGS site number: 03315850. 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.