Major Flood
38 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
32 ft
Minor Flood
31 ft
Action Stage
29 ft
What Floods at Each Level
38 ft
Major flooding occurs. Homes near the river are flooded. Route 1661 begins to flood.
32 ft
Drag strip and more fields and buildings start to flood.
31 ft
A subdivision on or near Fultz road starts to flood. Also, fields and outbuildings near the river begin 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 1962 | 31 ft | 10,800 cfs |
| Mar 6, 1967 | 26.32 ft | 7,730 cfs |
| Dec 8, 1978 | 25.31 ft | 7,650 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LEOK2
River
Little Sandy River
County
Carter, KY
Coordinates
38.2864°N, 82.9775°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Sandy River at Leon?
The Little Sandy River at Leon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03216400) 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 Leon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Sandy River at Leon is 31 feet. Action stage begins at 29 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 32 feet, and major flooding at 38 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 Leon 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 Leon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carter County, Kentucky at coordinates 38.2864°N, 82.9775°W. USGS site number: 03216400. 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