Highest crests on record
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 756.52 ft | 2019-02-26 |
| 2 | 751.69 ft | 1984-05-13 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
River stage
Lake Cumberland, Cumberland River
- River level
- 695.15 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 730.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 760.00 ft
- Record crest
- 756.52 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS WLCK2
- Record crest
- 756.52 ft
- Flood stage
- 760.00 ft
- Moderate flood
- 760.00 ft
- Major flood
- 760.00 ft
- Crest date
- 2019-02-26
In brief
The Cumberland River at Lake Cumberland, KY read 695.15 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 34.85 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge WLCK2
Stage threshold profile
What happens at each level
- 673.00 ft
Bottom of power pool.
- 690.00 ft
Winter pool.
- 723.00 ft
Summer pool.
- 740.00 ft
Top of power pool, spillway crest elevation.
- 760.00 ft
Top of flood control pool.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
At this level: Winter pool.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cumberland River flooding at Lake Cumberland?
No. The Cumberland River at Lake Cumberland is at 695.15 ft, 34.85 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Lake Cumberland?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 730 ft, minor flooding 760 ft, moderate flooding 760 ft and major flooding 760 ft.
What is the highest the Cumberland River has been at Lake Cumberland?
The highest crest on record is 756.52 ft, on 2019-02-26.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge WLCK2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.