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
42 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
What Floods at Each Level
47.6 ft
All low areas in and near Blue Licks Spring are flooded.
45 ft
Water reaches surface of old KY 68 bridge over the Licking River.
42 ft
Homes in and near Blue Licks Spring have water in the first floor.
25 ft
Cropland flooding begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 1997 | 47.6 ft | — |
| Dec 31, 1936 | 47.4 ft | — |
| Apr 12, 1948 | 45 ft | 35,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BLSK2
River
Licking River
County
Nicholas, KY
Coordinates
38.4201°N, 83.9974°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Licking River at Blue Licks Spring?
The Licking River at Blue Licks Spring gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03250500) 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 Licking River at Blue Licks Spring?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Licking River at Blue Licks Spring is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 42 feet, and major flooding at 45 feet.
How do I get alerts when Licking River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Licking River at Blue Licks Spring 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 Licking River at Blue Licks Spring gauge located?
The gauge is located in Nicholas County, Kentucky at coordinates 38.4201°N, 83.9974°W. USGS site number: 03250500. 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.