Major Flood
34 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
32 ft
Minor Flood
31 ft
Action Stage
29 ft
What Floods at Each Level
39 ft
86th Avenue threatened at 111th Street in Palos Hills.
37.5 ft
Widespread inundation of roadways, industrial structures, and residences along the creek in Palos Hills and Worth.
36.5 ft
IL-43 (Harlem Avenue) threatened at the creek in Palos Hills and Worth.
34.5 ft
Residences threatened along Lucas Drive and Westwood Drive in Palos Hills.
33 ft
Residences threatened along Spathis Drive and Tuttle Court in Palos Hills.
30 ft
Water overtops low-lying banks near the gauge in Palos Hills.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 1954 | 36.5 ft | — |
| Jul 12, 1957 | 35.5 ft | — |
| May 16, 2020 | 32.94 ft | 1,970 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stony Creek at Worth?
The Stony Creek at Worth gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05536580) 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 Stony Creek at Worth?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stony Creek at Worth is 31 feet. Action stage begins at 29 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 32 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stony Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Stony Creek at Worth 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 Stony Creek at Worth gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cook County, Illinois at coordinates 41.6890°N, 87.8299°W. USGS site number: 05536580. 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