Major Flood
27 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
24 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Large sections of town flood along river.
27 ft
Some evacuations begin in homes along backroads.
24 ft
Water surrounds some homes along backroads.
23 ft
US 150 is closed.
22 ft
Backroads in town flood. Water approaches US 150.
20 ft
Water covers parts of Fredericksburg-Depauw Road near river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 1959 | 29.2 ft | — |
| Mar 8, 1964 | 29 ft | — |
| Mar 19, 2008 | 27.37 ft | 41,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FRDI3
River
Blue River (IN)
County
Washington, IN
Coordinates
38.4339°N, 86.1917°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Blue River (IN) at Fredericksburg?
The Blue River (IN) at Fredericksburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03302800) 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 Blue River (IN) at Fredericksburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Blue River (IN) at Fredericksburg is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Blue River (IN) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Blue River (IN) at Fredericksburg 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 Blue River (IN) at Fredericksburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Indiana at coordinates 38.4339°N, 86.1917°W. USGS site number: 03302800. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.