Major Flood
55 ft
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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
49 ft
Minor Flood
40 ft
Action Stage
36 ft
What Floods at Each Level
66 ft
The top of the protection is reached in Golconda.
60 ft
Major flooding occurs. This is the critical stage for Reevesville Illinois and Carrsville Kentucky
55.6 ft
The town of Golconda begins closing their flood wall.
53 ft
The levee at the marina is under water.
49 ft
Several families are evacuated in Hall Town.
46 ft
Flooding begins to affect Rosiclare Illinois.
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, 1937 | 62.6 ft | 1,470,000 cfs |
| May 6, 2011 | 56.87 ft | 1,278,679 cfs |
| Apr 5, 1913 | 56.8 ft | -9,999 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ohio River at Golconda?
The Ohio River at Golconda gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03384500) 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 Ohio River at Golconda?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ohio River at Golconda is 40 feet. Action stage begins at 36 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 49 feet, and major flooding at 55 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ohio River rises?
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Where is the Ohio River at Golconda gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pope County, Illinois at coordinates 37.3578°N, 88.4825°W. USGS site number: 03384500. 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.