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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We will only operate Lock #4 in Frankfort at this time.The lock hours will change on Friday, September 5, 2025. Lock #4 will operate on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 9:00 am until 6:15 pm.
Kentucky River Locks #1, #2 and #3 will be closed until further notice.
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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.