Barkley Lock & Dam Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Plan Barkley Lock & Dam (KY) trips with real-time outflow, lake elevation, and weather pulled from public USACE sensors near Grand Rivers. See species notes and where-to-fish access points.
Barkley Lock & Dam snapshot
Located on the Cumberland River in the counties of Lyon and Livingston, Kentucky. The project's purpose includes flood control, navigation, hydropower, recreation, fish and wildlife, water quality and water supply. Barkley Lock & Dam sits near Grand Rivers, KY and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers LRN district. Coordinates: 37.0208°, -88.2211°. Also known as Barkley Lock & Dam to Cheatham Lock & Dam Drainage Area .
- Latest release
- Not reported
- Latest lake level
- Not reported
Release data is currently unavailable—use extra caution near tailwaters and fast water.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Barkley Lock & Dam water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.