Major Flood
15 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
There is a threat of levee overtopping.
12 ft
Extensive lowland flooding is occurring.
10 ft
Flooding is occurring in the swamps along the river.
5 ft
Minimal flood damage is occurring, but flat delta farmland adjacent to the river is flooded.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 3, 2011 | 14.37 ft | 78,933 cfs |
| Apr 1, 1979 | 14.37 ft | 42,664 cfs |
| Jan 21, 1937 | 13.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LCRA4
River
St. Francis River
County
Craighead, AR
Coordinates
35.8208°N, 90.4325°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. Francis River at Lake City?
The St. Francis River at Lake City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07040450) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for St. Francis River at Lake City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. Francis River at Lake City is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when St. Francis River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add St. Francis River at Lake City to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the St. Francis River at Lake City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Craighead County, Arkansas at coordinates 35.8208°N, 90.4325°W. USGS site number: 07040450. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS and USACE, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.