Is the Little Sandy River flooding?

Kentucky · 2 gauges · Kentucky river levels

The Little Sandy River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Kentucky. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Little Sandy River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Kentucky river levels.

data refreshed 12 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Little Sandy River at Grayson, KY. The highest level ever recorded there was 30.57 ft on 2 March 1997, carrying 16,300 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1937 (88 annual peaks). It is currently at 5.09 ft, 25.5 ft below that record.

Drains 400 sq mi · gauge elevation 557 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Little Sandy River at Grayson, KYNo flooding5.09 ft21 ft
Little Sandy River below Grayson Dam near Leon, KYNo flood stage defined86.24 ft
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.