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
14 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19.1 ft
Record flooding is in progress. County roads along Big Raccoon Creek are flooded by several feet. Flood waters near U.S. Highway 231 and SR 236 west of U.S. Highway 231.
18 ft
Major flooding along Big Raccoon Creek. Most local roads along Big Raccoon Creek are flooded.
16 ft
Higher portions of county road that runs parallel to the right bank in the vicinity of the gage site begins to overflow.
14 ft
Extensive flooding blocks road. Access to gage by boat or high ground. Flooding causes plenty of problems.
13 ft
County road floods on both sides of gage.
11 ft
Lowland flooding in progress along portions of Big Raccoon Creek.
9 ft
Low portions of county road in gage vicinity begins to flood.
8 ft
Bankfull conditions along Big Raccoon Creek.
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 | 19.1 ft | 39,900 cfs |
| Apr 19, 2013 | 17.24 ft | 23,900 cfs |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 16.45 ft | 23,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FINI3
River
Big Raccoon Creek
County
Putnam, IN
Coordinates
39.8125°N, 86.9539°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Raccoon Creek near Fincastle?
The Big Raccoon Creek near Fincastle gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03340800) 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 near Fincastle?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Raccoon Creek near Fincastle is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 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 near Fincastle gauge located?
The gauge is located in Putnam County, Indiana at coordinates 39.8125°N, 86.9539°W. USGS site number: 03340800. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.