Major Flood
85 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
82 ft
Minor Flood
79 ft
Action Stage
77 ft
What Floods at Each Level
82.2 ft
The RV lot begins flooding along the left bank upstream from the gauge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2, 2016 | 95.63 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 6, 2017 | 93.21 ft | — |
| Jun 10, 2019 | 92.27 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NASI2
River
Kaskaskia River
County
St. Clair, IL
Coordinates
38.3197°N, 89.8886°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kaskaskia River at New Athens?
The Kaskaskia River at New Athens gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05595000) 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 Kaskaskia River at New Athens?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kaskaskia River at New Athens is 79 feet. Action stage begins at 77 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 82 feet, and major flooding at 85 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kaskaskia River rises?
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Where is the Kaskaskia River at New Athens gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Clair County, Illinois at coordinates 38.3197°N, 89.8886°W. USGS site number: 05595000. 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 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- 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.