Major Flood
558 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
557 ft
Minor Flood
549 ft
Action Stage
548 ft
What Floods at Each Level
549 ft
Some low lying areas begin to flood.
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 28, 1957 | 558.15 ft | 25,900 cfs |
| May 18, 1943 | 556.95 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| May 7, 1908 | 556.9 ft | 18,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SLVI2
River
Kaskaskia River
County
Shelby, IL
Coordinates
39.4070°N, 88.7810°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kaskaskia River at Shelbyville?
The Kaskaskia River at Shelbyville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05592000) 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 Shelbyville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kaskaskia River at Shelbyville is 549 feet. Action stage begins at 548 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 557 feet, and major flooding at 558 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kaskaskia River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Kaskaskia River at Shelbyville 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 Kaskaskia River at Shelbyville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Shelby County, Illinois at coordinates 39.4070°N, 88.7810°W. USGS site number: 05592000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS & USACE, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.