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North Fork Kentucky River

Kentucky • 37.4523, -83.3912
Length
163 mi
262 km
Elevation
2,003′ → 623′
1,380 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
0.16%
8.5 ft/mi
Drainage
1,882 mi²
4,874 km²
Avg Flow
2,565 cfs
2.7 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,832 mi
2,948 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on North Fork Kentucky River

There are 3 USGS water level monitoring stations on North Fork Kentucky River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on North Fork Kentucky River

There are 8 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on North Fork Kentucky River.