Middle Fork Kentucky River at Tallega, KY
Is Middle Fork Kentucky River at Tallega, KY flooding right now?
Middle Fork Kentucky River at Tallega, KY measured 4.73 ft on 2026-10-22 21:45:00 UTC. No NWS minor flood stage is published for this gauge.
Gauge height
4.73 ft
Streamflow
279 cfs
The highest crest on record was 43.33 ft on Wed, Jan 30, 1957.
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 43.33 ft | 1957-01-30 |
| 40.5 ft | 1939-02-01 |
| 40.07 ft | 1951-02-02 |
| 37.78 ft | 1946-01-08 |
| 37.4 ft | 1929-03-01 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| North Fork Kentucky River at Beattyville, KY | 6.3 mi | Lee County |
| South Fork Kentucky River at Booneville, KY | 6.8 mi | Owsley County |
| Kentucky River at Lock 14 at Heidelberg, KY | 9.6 mi | Lee County |
| North Fork Kentucky River at Jackson, KY | 11.4 mi | Breathitt County |
| Big Sinking Creek near Crystal, KY | 12.0 mi | Lee County |
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.