Kentucky River at Lock 9 at Valley View, KY
Is Kentucky River at Lock 9 at Valley View, KY flooding right now?
No — Kentucky River at Lock 9 at Valley View, KY is at 11.89 ft, 16.1 ft below its 28 ft flood stage, as of 51 min ago.
Gauge height
11.89 ft
Streamflow
1,560 cfs
The highest crest on record was 41.67 ft on Sun, Apr 6, 2025.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 28 ft | 16.1 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 41.67 ft | 2025-04-06 |
| 41.3 ft | 2021-03-04 |
| 41.07 ft | 2010-05-03 |
| 36.12 ft | 2003-02-18 |
| 35.39 ft | 2025-02-19 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| East Hickman Creek at Tates Creek Rd near East Hickman, KY | 6.8 mi | Fayette County |
| West Hickman Creek @ Ash Grove Pk near East Hickman, KY | 7.1 mi | Jessamine County |
| East Hickman Creek at Delong Rd near East Hickman, KY | 7.3 mi | Fayette County |
| West Hickman Creek at Veterans Park near Lexington, KY | 8.5 mi | Fayette County |
| E Hickman Creek Tributary at Chilesburg Rd near Lexington, KY | 10.1 mi | Fayette County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.