East Fork White River at Sparksville
Indiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Jackson County, Indiana on the East Fork White River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SPKI3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
32 ft
Moderate Flood
27 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Major flooding in progress as river approaches the highest level since March 1913. Numerous roads flooded and some residences.
28 ft
Jackson County approach to new Sparksville Bridge floods. West Spangler Hill Road in Washington County west of Fairview flooded during March 2008. Coming west from West Henry Brown Road...permanent sign at top of the hill says that Spangler Hill Road is impassable during high water. Road must flood fairly frequently when extensive flooding is in progress along the East Fork White River.
26.5 ft
Washington County approach to new Sparksville Bridge begins to flood. At this point barricade gate is closed and traffic can not pass over the bridge.
24.7 ft
Sparksville Pike south of CSX railroad in southwest Jackson County is flooded between Sparksville and Medora.
24.5 ft
Jackson County Road from Sparksville to Medora begins to flood near the Old Sparksville Bridge.
24.3 ft
Jackson County Road between Sparksville and Medora is at least three quarters free of water.
23 ft
May 2008...Washington County Bridge Road (Lawrence County side) White River Road (Washington County side) remaims flooded on both sides of the East Fork White River by 1 or more feet of water. Bridge appears to be dry. Agricultural flooding receding on both sides of the river. Lowland flooding quite noticeable on Washington County side of the Sparksville Bridge and upstream along Sparksville Pike in Jackson County.
21.7 ft
Agricultural flooding begins on the Jackson County side of new Sparksville Bridge.
20.3 ft
Agricultural flooding begins on the Washington County side of new Sparksville Bridge.
20 ft
Washington County boundary road south of Fort Ritner begins to flood.
17.5 ft
Much standing water and some flooding of very low fields. Local tile and ditches at least one third full or more in some areas.
9 ft
River is at normal level of 8 to 11 feet.
7.9 ft
A sandbar is building underneath the river gage. This is the lowest level that the river gage can read. This is subject to change.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 1913 | 41.72 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 27, 1913 | 41.72 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jan 16, 2005 | 35 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jan 16, 2005 | 35 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jun 9, 2008 | 32 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SPKI3
River
East Fork White River
County
Jackson, IN
Coordinates
38.7731°N, 86.2328°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of East Fork White River at Sparksville?
The East Fork White River at Sparksville gauge is maintained by USGS 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 East Fork White River at Sparksville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for East Fork White River at Sparksville is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
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Where is the East Fork White River at Sparksville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, Indiana at coordinates 38.7731°N, 86.2328°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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