Major Flood
34 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
27 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
34 ft
Many surrounding homes begin to flood.
20 ft
Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly bottomland and surrounding low lying areas.
16 ft
Bankfull stage is reached.
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 | 34.68 ft | 12,400 cfs |
| May 9, 1961 | 34.67 ft | 42,900 cfs |
| Apr 29, 2011 | 33.5 ft | 14,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PLMI2
River
Big Muddy River
County
Franklin, IL
Coordinates
37.8914°N, 89.0194°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Muddy River at Plumfield?
The Big Muddy River at Plumfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05597000) 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 Plumfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Muddy River at Plumfield is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Muddy River rises?
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Where is the Big Muddy River at Plumfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Franklin County, Illinois at coordinates 37.8914°N, 89.0194°W. USGS site number: 05597000. 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.