Overview
Cave Run Lake is a reservoir in KY. Primary inflow is Licking River. It is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Louisville District.
The basin is characterized by about 8,270 acres of surface area. Shoreline and bottom character vary from protected coves and flats to deeper water, supporting a mix of open-water and nearshore habitats.
Cave Run Lake supports recreational boating and fishing. Public access is through area ramps, parks, and shoreline facilities where provided by the operator. Fishing and boating regulations are set by the relevant state wildlife agency.
Pool elevations are managed against conservation or full-pool elevation near 730 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Cave Run Lake is currently 0.21 feet above full pool and has remained relatively stable over the past seven days.
- 7-day trendStableLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeDown 0.02 ft
- 30-day changeDown 0.02 ft
- Drought conditionsNo Drought
- Active advisories1 active (Advisory)
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Cave Run Lake is a 8,270-acre reservoir on the Licking River managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Louisville District.
