Major Flood
36 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
28 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
36 ft
Damage begins to property near Shoemaker Drive in Murphysboro. Evacuations may be needed to parts of a mobile home park.
34 ft
Areas around S 3rd & 4th Streets begin to flood.
24 ft
Some minor flooding in S 3rd & Division / Plum Street area.
22 ft
Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly low lying areas.
20 ft
Some farmers may have to move livestock and equipment to higher ground.
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 2, 2011 | 40.47 ft | 37,700 cfs |
| May 11, 1961 | 39.03 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 5, 2017 | 38.56 ft | 35,350 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MURI2
River
Big Muddy River
County
Jackson, IL
Coordinates
37.7583°N, 89.3278°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Muddy River at Murphysboro?
The Big Muddy River at Murphysboro gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05599490) 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 Big Muddy River at Murphysboro?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Muddy River at Murphysboro is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 36 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Muddy River rises?
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Where is the Big Muddy River at Murphysboro gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, Illinois at coordinates 37.7583°N, 89.3278°W. USGS site number: 05599490. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- 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.