Major Flood
27 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29.5 ft
Illinois State Highway 103 just east of the U.S. Highway 24 intersection begins flooding near this height.
28 ft
Illinois State Highway 103 just east of the U.S. Highway 24 intersection begins flooding near this height.
26 ft
Extensive pasture flooding downstream of the gauge along Highway 103 east of U.S. Highway 24.
24.5 ft
County Road 1600E (Levy Road) is closed just west of LaGrange Lock Road.
24 ft
Township road, downstream of the gage on the right bank, begins to flood.
23 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Extensive cropland is flooded below the gauge near the LaGrange Lock Road bridge.
22 ft
FLOOD STAGE. Farmland flooding and rural damages begin.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2013 | 32.59 ft | 37,200 cfs |
| May 17, 1995 | 29.15 ft | 26,100 cfs |
| Mar 6, 1985 | 29.07 ft | 28,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of La Moine River at Ripley?
The La Moine River at Ripley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05585000) 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 La Moine River at Ripley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for La Moine River at Ripley is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when La Moine River rises?
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Where is the La Moine River at Ripley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brown County, Illinois at coordinates 40.0251°N, 90.6311°W. USGS site number: 05585000. 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.
- 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.