RIVER GAUGE · OHIO RIVER
Ohio River at Shawneetown
Gallatin County, Illinois
Water level17.82 ft
Flow135,000 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action30 ft
Minor flood33 ft
Moderate flood43 ft
Major flood53 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 65.64 ft
This flood will exceed the highest stage on record. Large amounts of property damage can be expected. Evacuation of many homes and businesses becomes necessary.
- 60 ft
The top of the protection is reached in Shawneetown.
- 52 ft
Several rural roads and houses are isolated.
- 43 ft
Several county roads are closed.
- 33 ft
Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly bottomland and surrounding low lying areas.
- 26 ft
The boat ramp and parking lot at Old Shawneetown are under water.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 1937 | 65.64 ft | — |
| May 6, 2011 | 56.36 ft | 1,179,673 cfs |
| Mar 13, 1945 | 55.6 ft | — |
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