Gauge Information

Name Range Difficulty Updated Level
FLOYDS FORK AT FISHERVILLE, KY
usgs-03298000 35 - 2000 cfs I 00h55m 113 cfs (running)
gauge class Great level for most boaters. Some small features are fun for rec kayak surfing.
Generally floatable from 35 cfs to 2,000 cfs within its banks. Optimal floating level for moderately experienced paddlers ranges from 100 cfs - 1000 cfs.
gauge graph
RangeWater LevelDifficultyComment
0 - 34 cfs extremely Low-somewhat Low I gauge is important or has warning Typical late summer level. Expect pools with no current, then numerous portages over riffles and shoals. The trip can still be made, but it is not recommended.
35 - 100 cfs barely runnable-med runnable I gauge is important or has warning Low level - some portaging/dragging; routing may require careful navigation along steep stream banks.
101 - 200 cfs med runnable-a bit pushy runnable I gauge is important or has warning Great level for most boaters. Some small features are fun for rec kayak surfing.
201 - 499 cfs med runnable-a bit pushy runnable I gauge is important or has warning Most of creek is open allowing boaters to stay in the center of the creek making navigation easier. Small surf waves are in at Fisherville.
500 -1000 cfs a bit pushy runnable-high runnable I(II) gauge is important or has warning Full channels open in stream bed with some small surf waves. Good surf wave on river-right at the old distillery dam site.
1001 -2000 cfs a bit pushy runnable-high runnable I-II gauge is important or has warning Highest level for floating and having access to paddling access points. Significant skill is required as the stream has lots of speed and momentum.
2001 -5000 cfs barely High-extremely High I gauge is important or has warning Not recommended. Whitewater features mostly flush-out, and access/egress is hazardous.

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