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US Army Corps of Engineers

Great Lakes and Ohio River Division Website

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News Releases

Barren River Lake climbs to new record high pool

April 7, 2025

Ohio River flooding disrupts locking operations at Markland and McAlpine

April 6, 2025

Barren, Green, and Nolin River dams operating as intended, providing flood damage reduction

April 5, 2025

USACE Louisville District shares Rough River Lake Inundation Viewer to help keep communities informed as lake levels rise

April 5, 2025

Rough River Lake will reach spillway elevation following significant rainfall, dam operating as intended

April 4, 2025

West Fork Lake (Winton Woods) could potentially reach spillway pool elevation following significant rainfall

April 2, 2025

USACE Louisville District prepares for potential flooding impacts across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio

April 1, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find the daily lake levels?
Where can I find historical data of highest lake elevations?
Why can’t the Corps adjust the water release volumes dictated by the Water Control Manual?
Is water released prior to storm events to increase lake capacity in anticipation of heavy rainfall?
Why does the dam hold back water when there is flooding?
How do lakes reduce flooding?
What if we have any questions/comments for USACE?

Contact Us

Louisville District Public Affairs:
(502) 315-6766

Louisville District general Public Affairs email:
lrl-pao@usace.army.mil

Lake Water Levels

Current Lake Water Levels

Rough River Lake Inundation Viewer

Rough River Lake Inundation Viewer