North Fork Kentucky River at Jackson
Kentucky — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Breathitt County, Kentucky on the North Fork Kentucky River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03280000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
40 ft
Moderate Flood
31 ft
Minor Flood
29 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
43.46 ft
Flooding will exceed the highest flood on record. Large sections of the downtown Jackson are inundated.
41.3 ft
Many homes and businesses are inundated in downtown Jackson.
40 ft
Major flooding. Several homes and businesses are affected in downtown Jackson.
37 ft
Traffic stopped on left side of bridge on KY 30 and 52.
31 ft
Moderate flooding. Evacuation of homes begins.
29 ft
Low lying areas flood. Water begins inundating Wolverine Road just north of the Hays Depot bridge.
25 ft
HWY 541 near the Kentucky Mountain Bible College is impassable.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2022 | 43.46 ft | 54,400 cfs |
| Jul 29, 2022 | 43.46 ft | 54,400 cfs |
| Feb 3, 1939 | 43.1 ft | 46,800 cfs |
| Feb 3, 1939 | 43.1 ft | 46,800 cfs |
| May 29, 1927 | 42.9 ft | 48,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JKNK2
River
North Fork Kentucky River
County
Breathitt, KY
Coordinates
37.5514°N, 83.3847°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Fork Kentucky River at Jackson?
The North Fork Kentucky River at Jackson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03280000) 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 North Fork Kentucky River at Jackson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Fork Kentucky River at Jackson is 29 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 31 feet, and major flooding at 40 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Fork Kentucky River rises?
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Where is the North Fork Kentucky River at Jackson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Breathitt County, Kentucky at coordinates 37.5514°N, 83.3847°W. USGS site number: 03280000. 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