Major Flood
10.5 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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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
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Residences are threatened near the gauge in Lynwood.
10 ft
Numerous residences are threatened along Burnham Avenue and south of 201st Street in Lynwood. Structures are threatened at Lansing Municipal Aiport.
9 ft
Taxiways and runways are threatened at Lansing Municipal Airport.
8 ft
Numerous sections of Burnham Avenue are threatened in Lynwood and Lansing.
6 ft
Water overflows low-lying banks near the gauge.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
3.5
River nears zero flow.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 1954 | 10.18 ft | 302 cfs |
| Jul 17, 1996 | 9.52 ft | 208 cfs |
| Sep 13, 2008 | 9.52 ft | 219 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lansing Ditch near Lansing?
The Lansing Ditch near Lansing gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05536265) 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 Lansing Ditch near Lansing?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lansing Ditch near Lansing is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 10.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Lansing Ditch rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lansing Ditch near Lansing 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 Lansing Ditch near Lansing gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cook County, Illinois at coordinates 41.5284°N, 87.5294°W. USGS site number: 05536265. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Thorn Creek at Thornton
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey