Rough River Lake Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Live Rough River Lake fishing conditions near McDaniels, KY, KY: USACE release, reservoir level, and local weather. Use the latest CFS and level trends to time your trip and pick safe access.
Rough River Lake snapshot
Rough River Lake sits near McDaniels, KY, KY and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers LRL district. Coordinates: 37.6196°, -86.5001°.
- Latest release
- 904 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-18 11:00 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 492.66 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-18 11:00 UTC
Moderate-to-strong release: current seams and eddies can fish well, but stay alert near tailwaters and steep banks.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Rough River Lake water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.