Major Flood
24 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
16.5 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33 ft
Richards Street Bridge is overtopped in Joliet.
32 ft
4th Avenue Bridge is overtopped in Joliet.
30 ft
Widespread inundation of the floodplain reaches multiple blocks away from the creek in Joliet.
24 ft
Water reaches the top of the channelized bank near the gauge site in Joliet.
21 ft
Residential property is threatened near the creek in Joliet.
19 ft
Highland Park Drive is threatened near Pilcher Park in Joliet.
17 ft
Low-lying portions of Highland Park and Pilcher Park and inundated in Joliet. Some roadways may be impacted in the New Lenox area.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 1981 | 32.9 ft | 17,300 cfs |
| Jul 12, 1957 | 32.8 ft | 15,200 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1901 | 31 ft | 16,700 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Hickory Creek at Joliet?
The Hickory Creek at Joliet gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05539000) 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 Hickory Creek at Joliet?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Hickory Creek at Joliet is 16.5 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Hickory Creek rises?
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Where is the Hickory Creek at Joliet gauge located?
The gauge is located in Will County, Illinois at coordinates 41.5150°N, 88.0733°W. USGS site number: 05539000. 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