Rough River Updates
New “Thoroughbred Bass” Program Could Change Fishing at Rough River Lake
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is working on a new program that could have a long-term impact on fishing at Rough River Lake. It’s called the Thoroughbred Bass Program, and the goal is simple: Stock lakes with ...
Rough River Dam Project Update: What We Learned from the Latest Corps Meeting
Key Takeaways from the Latest Update The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers held a public meeting at Rough River Dam State Resort Park to provide an update on Phase 2 of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project. Here’s the short vers...
Breckinridge County Planning & Zoning Discussion: What Came Out of the February 16 Public Meeting
Breckinridge County Fiscal Court held a public meeting on Monday evening, February 16, 2026 at the Breckinridge County Fairgrounds to gather input on the possibility of developing countywide planning and zoning. The meeting was intended ...
Rough River Amphitheater Project: Lakefront Venue Planned in Breckinridge County
A new development project is being planned that could bring a dedicated outdoor event venue to the Rough River Lake area. The Rough River Theatre Project is a community-driven effort led by Breckinridge County United Economic Development...
Rough River Amphitheater Project: Lakefront Venue Planned in Breckinridge County
A new development project is being planned that could bring a dedicated outdoor event venue to the Rough River Lake area. The Rough River Theatre Project is a community-driven effort led by Breckinridge County United Economic Development...
Wakeboat Regulations Move Forward After December 5 Commission Vote
The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission voted during its December 5, 2025 meeting in Frankfort, Kentucky to advance proposed statewide wakeboat regulations to the next step in the approval process. This vote does not make the rules law...
Rough River Dam Project Update: What the Official Project Plan Says About Phase 2 Construction
A recently released project outline from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers provides a detailed look at what’s planned for Phase 2 of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project. The document outlines how the next phase of constructi...