Major Flood
28 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
25 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
27.5 ft
Stages of 27 and a half feet and above can expect large amounts of property damage. Evacuation of homes and businesses may be necessary.
25 ft
Affects homes upstream along river and a low section of Route 60 near the river gage. Backwater along streams and creeks draining into the river.
23 ft
Low spots on Route 773 and Jackson Road along the river are flooded.
22 ft
Affects the buildings next to river gage. Also, water starts to flow onto Route 773 and in the Dixie Park area just past I-64 bridge. State Route 1910 floods.
21 ft
Mostly farmland, a few outbuildings, and low spots on roads along river in the vicinity of Grayson start to flood.
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 | 30.57 ft | 16,300 cfs |
| Mar 20, 2002 | 29.2 ft | 14,200 cfs |
| Dec 8, 1978 | 28.99 ft | 13,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GYNK2
River
Little Sandy River
County
Carter, KY
Coordinates
38.3292°N, 82.9372°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Sandy River at Grayson?
The Little Sandy River at Grayson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03216500) 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 Little Sandy River at Grayson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Sandy River at Grayson is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Sandy River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Sandy River at Grayson 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 Little Sandy River at Grayson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carter County, Kentucky at coordinates 38.3292°N, 82.9372°W. USGS site number: 03216500. 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 typically include ONLY 2 days of future rain from <u>forecast issuance time</u> (lower right of graph). Occasionally 3 days of future rain included.