Major Flood
20 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.
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26.68 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.
15 ft
Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly bottomland and surrounding low lying areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1961 | 26.68 ft | 51,000 cfs |
| May 16, 1990 | 25.75 ft | — |
| Apr 6, 2025 | 25.57 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WYNI2
River
Skillet Fork River
County
Wayne, IL
Coordinates
38.3633°N, 88.5878°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Skillet Fork River at Wayne City?
The Skillet Fork River at Wayne City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03380500) 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 Skillet Fork River at Wayne City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Skillet Fork River at Wayne City is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Skillet Fork River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Skillet Fork River at Wayne City 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 Skillet Fork River at Wayne City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wayne County, Illinois at coordinates 38.3633°N, 88.5878°W. USGS site number: 03380500. 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
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