Deep River (IN) at Hobart
Indiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lake County, Indiana on the Deep River (IN). Live water level data from USGS gauge 04093000, 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
Major Flood
21 ft
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Backwater causes Duck Creek and Frog Creek to threaten structures east of downtown Hobart. Main Street threatened near 3rd Street in Hobart.
21.5 ft
Structures threatened along Old Ridge Road in Hobart.
21 ft
Multiple structures threatened along Main Street in downtown Hobart. A few residences threatened along Lake Park Avenue in Hobart. Rand Street threatened in Hobart.
20.5 ft
3rd Street threatened in Hobart.
19 ft
A few structures threatened along Main Street in downtown Hobart including the Hobart Branch Library. Hobart Street (US-6) threatened north of Hobart. Old Ridge Road, Lake Park Avenue, and 37th Avenue threatened in Hobart.
14 ft
Parking lots threatened along Main Street in Hobart. Wisconsin Street threatened in Hobart. Low-lying portions of Festival Park threatened in Hobart. Backwater causes Duck Creek to threaten athletic fields at the Hobart Community Center
12 ft
Water overtops low-lying banks at Lakefront Park in Hobart.
10 ft
Water overtops low-lying banks downstream of the Lake George Dam.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
3.5
Approximate stage of the 1-in-10 annual chance flow (7-day average).
2.5
River nears zero flow.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2008 | 22.18 ft | 5,280 cfs |
| Sep 14, 2008 | 22.18 ft | 5,280 cfs |
| Oct 10, 1954 | 19.88 ft | 3,880 cfs |
| Oct 10, 1954 | 19.88 ft | 3,880 cfs |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 17.58 ft | 4,230 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Deep River (IN) at Hobart?
The Deep River (IN) at Hobart gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04093000) 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 Deep River (IN) at Hobart?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Deep River (IN) at Hobart is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
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Where is the Deep River (IN) at Hobart gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lake County, Indiana at coordinates 41.5361°N, 87.2569°W. USGS site number: 04093000. 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