Major Flood
30 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
25 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Residences in Bernadotte begin to flood.
23 ft
Easterly access road to Seville inundated.
22 ft
Water begins to flood agricultural areas near the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 20, 2013 | 35.8 ft | 42,500 cfs |
| Jul 26, 1993 | 33.1 ft | 34,700 cfs |
| Jun 23, 1974 | 31.82 ft | 36,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SEVI2
River
Spoon River (W-IL)
County
Fulton, IL
Coordinates
40.4901°N, 90.3401°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spoon River (W-IL) at Seville?
The Spoon River (W-IL) at Seville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05570000) 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 Spoon River (W-IL) at Seville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spoon River (W-IL) at Seville is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spoon River (W-IL) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Spoon River (W-IL) at Seville 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 Spoon River (W-IL) at Seville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fulton County, Illinois at coordinates 40.4901°N, 90.3401°W. USGS site number: 05570000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS & USACE, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.