Elliott Ditch near Elston
Indiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana on the Elliott Ditch. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EDEI3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
10.5 ft
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
4.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10.5 ft
Water is at the bottom of the Old Romney Road bridge over Elliot Ditch. Extensive local flooding in progress, possibly serious, in the vicinity of Tippecanoe CR 350 S between U.S. 52 and U.S. 231.
9 ft
Excessive flow in Elliot Ditch at Old Romney Road. Localized flooding in the vicinity of Tippecanoe CR 350 S between U.S. 52 and U.S. 231.
7 ft
Elliot Ditch is unusually high. Local flooding likely in the vicinity of Tippecanoe CR 350 S between U.S. 52 and U.S. 231.
5 ft
Bankfull level of Elliot Ditch at Old Romney Road. Some local flooding possible in the vicinity of Tippecanoe CR 350 S between U.S. 52 and U.S. 231 on the south side of Lafayette.
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 22, 2010 | 6.54 ft | — |
| Jun 22, 2010 | 6.54 ft | — |
| Jul 22, 2017 | 6.47 ft | — |
| Jul 22, 2017 | 6.47 ft | — |
| Jun 20, 2011 | 6.27 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
EDEI3
River
Elliott Ditch
County
Tippecanoe, IN
Coordinates
40.3708°N, 86.9094°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elliott Ditch near Elston?
The Elliott Ditch near Elston 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 Elliott Ditch near Elston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elliott Ditch near Elston is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 4.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elliott Ditch rises?
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Where is the Elliott Ditch near Elston gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana at coordinates 40.3708°N, 86.9094°W. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.