Major Flood
10 ft
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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
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
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Approaching low steel of CR 800N bridge. CR 800N east of bridge and CR 450E area flooded. According to local Rush County fire personnel, at levels just above this, Rushville will experience severe flooding from Flatrock River similar to the flooding of late December 1990 and early January 1991 or January 2005 or possibly June 2008.
8.75 ft
Flooding of the agricultural land east of the Flatrock River closes CR 800N and 450E.
7 ft
The east side of the Flatrock River begins or is overflowing into agricultural land at CR 800N and CR 450E area.
6 ft
Low approaches to CR 150N and CR 300N begin to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2013 | 10.83 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Apr 5, 2025 | 10.77 ft | — |
| Feb 7, 2019 | 9.86 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Flatrock River near Raleigh?
The Flatrock River near Raleigh gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03363220) 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 Flatrock River near Raleigh?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Flatrock River near Raleigh is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Flatrock River rises?
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Where is the Flatrock River near Raleigh gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rush County, Indiana at coordinates 39.7292°N, 85.3650°W. USGS site number: 03363220. 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.