Minor Flood
15 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Action Stage
14 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 1968 | 29.21 ft | 24,500 cfs |
| Feb 10, 1959 | 24.84 ft | 7,500 cfs |
| May 17, 1943 | 24.77 ft | 12,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RLLI2
River
Salt Creek (IL)
County
De Witt, IL
Coordinates
40.1152°N, 89.0492°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Salt Creek (IL) near Rowell?
The Salt Creek (IL) near Rowell gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05578500) 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) near Rowell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Salt Creek (IL) near Rowell is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 14 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?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Salt Creek (IL) near Rowell 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 Salt Creek (IL) near Rowell gauge located?
The gauge is located in De Witt County, Illinois at coordinates 40.1152°N, 89.0492°W. USGS site number: 05578500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey