Major Flood
11 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Widespread inundation of roadways and structures in the floodplain reaches up to 2-3 blocks from the creek in Midlothian and Oak Forest.
11 ft
Multiple structures may be threatened in Midlothian and Oak Forest.
10 ft
A few structures may be threatened in Midlothian and Oak Forest. Multiple roadways threatened in Oak Forest and Midlothian. Water begins to bypass the main channel eastward between 147th Street and 148th Street.
9 ft
149th Street is threatened in Midlothian.
8 ft
Water overtops low-lying banks in Midlothian and Oak Forest.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2016 | 9.98 ft | 180 cfs |
| Feb 27, 2017 | 9.96 ft | 179 cfs |
| Feb 19, 2018 | 9.91 ft | 167 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Natalie Creek at Midlothian?
The Natalie Creek at Midlothian gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05536343) 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 Natalie Creek at Midlothian?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Natalie Creek at Midlothian is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Natalie Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Natalie Creek at Midlothian 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 Natalie Creek at Midlothian gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cook County, Illinois at coordinates 41.6217°N, 87.7333°W. USGS site number: 05536343. 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