Fall Creek (IN) at 16th Street in Indianapolis Water Level

Current Water Level

Gage Height

Streamflow

Last Reading

FLOOD STAGES

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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

Moderate Flood

14 ft

Minor Flood

12 ft

Action Stage

10 ft

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Historic Crests

Date	Stage	Flow
Dec 31, 1990	16.38 ft	5,630 cfs
Apr 6, 2025	14.77 ft	9,067 cfs
Apr 5, 2018	13.6 ft	6,910 cfs

About This Gauge

USGS Site

03352875

NWS LID

FCSI3

River

Fall Creek (IN)

County

Marion, IN

Coordinates

39.7888°N, 86.1775°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Fall Creek (IN) at 16th Street in Indianapolis?

The Fall Creek (IN) at 16th Street in Indianapolis gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03352875) 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 Fall Creek (IN) at 16th Street in Indianapolis?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Fall Creek (IN) at 16th Street in Indianapolis is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

How do I get alerts when Fall Creek (IN) rises?

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Where is the Fall Creek (IN) at 16th Street in Indianapolis gauge located?

The gauge is located in Marion County, Indiana at coordinates 39.7888°N, 86.1775°W. USGS site number: 03352875. 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.

Fall Creek (IN) at 16th Street in Indianapolis Water Level & Flood Stage.