Upper Green River — Tailwater Ramp to Roachville Ford: Water Level Today — Can You Paddle It?
Green River · Class I · Kentucky
Current verdict
No runnable range yet
We don’t have a runnable range for this section yet — many of these are calm or dam-controlled reaches. Here’s the current gauge reading; check it (and, for tailwaters, the dam’s generation schedule) before you go.
USGS gauge 03306000 · updated Jul 9, 8:15 AM UTC
7-day flow trend
Section facts
- Difficulty
- Class I
- Length
- 12.5 mi
- Float time
- ~6 hr
- Best months
- April–October
- Put-in
- Green River Lake Dam Tailwater Ramp
- Take-out
- Roachville Ford Ramp
Reading USGS gauge 03306000 — GREEN RIVER NEAR CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY ↗
FAQ
What water level is good for paddling Upper Green River — Tailwater Ramp to Roachville Ford?
This section is generally runnable at 150–500 cfs. Below that it gets too low and bony; well above the top of the range it becomes pushy and then dangerous. We compare the live USGS reading to that range to produce today's verdict.
How do I check Green River levels?
We read USGS gauge 03306000 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.
Is Upper Green River — Tailwater Ramp to Roachville Ford good for beginners?
This section is rated Class I. At good levels it suits confident beginners and up, but it can have riffles or small rapids. Scout anything you can't see, and stay off it at high water.
When is the best time to paddle Green River here?
Typically April–October, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.
How long does it take to float Upper Green River — Tailwater Ramp to Roachville Ford?
This reach is about 12.5 miles, roughly 6 hours at a relaxed pace. Higher water is faster; low water and headwinds are slower. Add time for stops.