Minor Flood
8.5 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.
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Golf Road bridge is threatened.
14 ft
Meadowbrook Drive bridge is inundated.
13 ft
Barker Avenue bridge is inundated. Central Road bridge is inundated.
12.5 ft
Algonquin Road bridge is inundated. Carriageway Drive bridge is inundated.
10 ft
Residences are threatened between Central Road and Algonquin Road.
9 ft
Residences near Algonquin Road and Carriageway Drive are threatened.
8.5 ft
Central Road Elementary School property is threatened.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
1.5
Approximate stage of the 1-in-10 annual chance flow (7-day average).
1.0
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 1987 | 14.03 ft | 1,650 cfs |
| Sep 12, 2008 | 12.99 ft | 2,510 cfs |
| Dec 2, 1982 | 12.56 ft | 1,060 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Salt Creek (IL) at Rolling Meadows?
The Salt Creek (IL) at Rolling Meadows gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05530990) 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 Salt Creek (IL) at Rolling Meadows?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Salt Creek (IL) at Rolling Meadows is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Salt Creek (IL) rises?
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Where is the Salt Creek (IL) at Rolling Meadows gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cook County, Illinois at coordinates 42.0606°N, 88.0167°W. USGS site number: 05530990. 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