Storage from official US gauges (USGS, USACE, Bureau of Reclamation, CDEC). Fill % uses design capacity from the National Inventory of Dams where available; a few sites without a match fall back to the 5-year maximum.

About reservoirs in Kentucky

As of July 30, 2026, the reservoirs we track across Kentucky that report live levels hold roughly 10,100 hm³ of water — about 67.4% of their combined capacity. Taken together, Kentucky's reservoirs are within their normal operating range.

None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Martins Fork Dam is the fullest at 105.0%, while Kentucky Dam is the lowest at 45.7%.

Over the most recent week on record, 1 reservoir fell across Kentucky.

Storage figures for Kentucky come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC; the most recent reading is from July 30, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

Kentucky at a glance

Reservoirs tracked: 14
Average fill: 67.4%
Water stored: 10,100 hm³
Combined capacity: 14,979 hm³
Fullest: Martins Fork Dam (105.0%)
Lowest: Kentucky Dam (45.7%)
Last updated: July 30, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How full are reservoirs in Kentucky right now?

As of July 30, 2026, the reservoirs tracked in Kentucky that report live levels are 67.4% full overall, holding about 10,100 hm³ of water.

How many reservoirs are there in Kentucky?

reservoirs.earth tracks 14 reservoirs in Kentucky, with a combined storage capacity of 14,979 hm³.

Which reservoir in Kentucky is the fullest?

Martins Fork Dam is currently the fullest reservoir in Kentucky, at 105.0% of capacity.

Which reservoir in Kentucky is the lowest?

Kentucky Dam is currently the lowest in Kentucky, at 45.7% of capacity.

Where does the reservoir data for Kentucky come from?

All storage figures for Kentucky come from USGS · USACE · BOR · CDEC, an official source, last updated July 30, 2026.

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