Summit Conduit at Summit
Illinois — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cook County, Illinois on the Summit Conduit. Live water level data from USGS gauge 414745087484901, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Summit Conduit reaches capacity. Water may overtop low-lying banks along McCook Ditch upstream of Summit Conduit.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2021 | 6.47 ft | 334 cfs |
| Jun 25, 2021 | 6.47 ft | 334 cfs |
| Oct 24, 2021 | 4 ft | 139 cfs |
| Oct 24, 2021 | 4 ft | 139 cfs |
| Sep 10, 2022 | 3.7 ft | 95 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SCOI2
River
Summit Conduit
County
Cook, IL
Coordinates
41.7958°N, 87.8136°W
Get Flood Alerts for Summit Conduit
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Summit Conduit at Summit?
The Summit Conduit at Summit gauge is maintained by USGS (site 414745087484901) 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 Summit Conduit at Summit?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Summit Conduit rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Summit Conduit at Summit to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Summit Conduit at Summit gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cook County, Illinois at coordinates 41.7958°N, 87.8136°W. USGS site number: 414745087484901. 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