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
15 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
A record flood is in progress. Numerous homes and a few businesses flooded in the Reelsville area. All local roads along Big Walnut Creek are flooded with 2 feet or more of water.
18 ft
Major flooding along Big Walnut Creek. All local roads along Big Walnut Creek are flooded.
17 ft
Near major flooding along Big Walnut Creek. Local roads along Big Walnut Creek are flooded.
16 ft
Extensive flooding is in progress. County road floods at river gaging site. Flood water surrounds several local residences. Most local river roads are flooded or begin to flood.
15 ft
Extensive flooding of local roads occurs. Water flows through a gravel pit.
14.5 ft
A least one county road is flooded. Agricultural flooding is in progress.
14 ft
Flooding of agricultural lands and campgrounds occurs. High water surrounds a few river cabins.
12 ft
Flooding begins along portions of Big Walnut Creek.
10 ft
Big Walnut Creek at bankfull levels.
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 | 18.63 ft | 30,700 cfs |
| Mar 27, 1913 | 18 ft | — |
| Jun 21, 1952 | 17.96 ft | 15,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RLVI3
River
Big Walnut Creek (IN)
County
Putnam, IN
Coordinates
39.5358°N, 86.9761°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Walnut Creek (IN) near Reelsville?
The Big Walnut Creek (IN) near Reelsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03357500) 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 Walnut Creek (IN) near Reelsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Walnut Creek (IN) near Reelsville is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Walnut Creek (IN) rises?
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Where is the Big Walnut Creek (IN) near Reelsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Putnam County, Indiana at coordinates 39.5358°N, 86.9761°W. USGS site number: 03357500. 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.