Is the West Hickman Creek flooding?

Kentucky · 2 gauges · Kentucky river levels

The West Hickman Creek 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 West Hickman Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 11 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 West Hickman Creek @ Ash Grove Pk near East Hickman, KY. The highest level ever recorded there was 8.81 ft on 23 September 2006, carrying 4,980 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1998 (13 annual peaks).

Drains 21 sq mi · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
West Hickman Creek @ Ash Grove Pk near East Hickman, KYNo current data
West Hickman Creek at Veterans Park near Lexington, KYNo flood stage defined1.34 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.