RIVER GAUGE · OHIO RIVER
Ohio River at Smithland Lock and Dam
Pope County, Illinois
Water level13.96 ft
Flow91,300 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action35 ft
Minor flood40 ft
Moderate flood48 ft
Major flood50 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 51 ft
Large amounts of property damage can be expected. Evacuation of many homes and businesses becomes necessary. Highway 60 in Smithland closes.
- 40 ft
Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly bottomland and surrounding and low lying areas.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2011 | 54.83 ft | 1,064,820 cfs |
| Feb 25, 2019 | 51.83 ft | 870,234 cfs |
| Mar 12, 1997 | 51.44 ft | 832,000 cfs |
More on Ohio River
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DownstreamOhio River at Paducah
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