Here you will find information about the Kentucky River and its Lock and Dam System, such as how to use the locks, navigation charts, boat ramp locations, and contact information for river activities throughout the Kentucky River Basin.
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News
Lock 1 will be opening starting October 3rd until October 26th from 10:00am to 5:00pm, Fridays and Saturdays.
Lock 4 will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 9:00am to 6:15pm until October 26th.
Lock 2 and Lock 3 will be appointment only on Fridays and Saturdays, October 3rd thru October 25th.
See the full schedule and information below:
Lock Schedule 2025 October.pdf
The Kentucky River Authority announces its 2024-2026 watershed grants to local non-profits who are helping us improve water quality throughout the Kentucky River Basin. A total of $35,000 was awarded to eight recipients who will be working on local initiatives.
Check out how local watershed groups are using KRA Watershed Grant funds to improve water quality in the Ky. River Basin.