Major Flood
18 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
This water level is near a record flood.
18 ft
This level has not been exceeded since Cecil Hardin Reservoir went into operation on December 6, 1960.
15 ft
Extensive flooding of lowlands occurs. Numerous county roads flood.
11 ft
County road near gage begins to flood.
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 27, 1957 | 21.23 ft | 108,000 cfs |
| Dec 21, 1967 | 17.76 ft | 40,400 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2008 | 16.49 ft | 15,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
COXI3
River
Big Raccoon Creek
County
Parke, IN
Coordinates
39.6525°N, 87.2936°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Raccoon Creek at Coxville?
The Big Raccoon Creek at Coxville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03341300) 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 Big Raccoon Creek at Coxville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Raccoon Creek at Coxville is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Raccoon Creek rises?
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Where is the Big Raccoon Creek at Coxville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Parke County, Indiana at coordinates 39.6525°N, 87.2936°W. USGS site number: 03341300. 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
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.
- Stage may be affected by ice.