Major Flood
21 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
Major flooding occurs.
19 ft
Moderate flooding occurs.
17 ft
Low lying areas flood.
14 ft
Water inundates one lane of Kentucky Highway 1090 in a few places near Lakeville.
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 2, 1939 | 25.4 ft | 14,300 cfs |
| Dec 9, 1978 | 24.91 ft | 11,700 cfs |
| Feb 26, 1962 | 23.7 ft | 11,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SAYK2
River
Licking River
County
Magoffin, KY
Coordinates
37.7306°N, 83.0581°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Licking River near Salyersville?
The Licking River near Salyersville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03248300) 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 near Salyersville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Licking River near Salyersville is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Licking River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Licking River near Salyersville 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 near Salyersville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Magoffin County, Kentucky at coordinates 37.7306°N, 83.0581°W. USGS site number: 03248300. 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