Overview
Paintsville Lake is a reservoir in KY. Primary inflow is Paint Creek. It is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Huntington District.
The basin is characterized by about 1,140 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.
Paintsville 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 709 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Paintsville Lake is currently at 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 changeNo meaningful change
- 30-day changeNo meaningful change
- 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.
Paintsville Lake is a 1,140-acre reservoir on the Paint Creek managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Huntington District.
