Major Flood
13 ft
Current Water Level
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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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Extensive agricultural flooding is in progress.
11 ft
Flooding of secondary roads near the river begins.
10 ft
Flooding of low lying agricultural areas begins.
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 11, 2009 | 13.8 ft | 1,740 cfs |
| Jul 18, 1996 | 13.79 ft | — |
| Sep 14, 2008 | 13.74 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kankakee River at Davis?
The Kankakee River at Davis gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05515500) 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 Kankakee River at Davis?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kankakee River at Davis is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kankakee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Kankakee River at Davis to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Kankakee River at Davis gauge located?
The gauge is located in Starke County, Indiana at coordinates 41.3897°N, 86.7061°W. USGS site number: 05515500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: the USGS (05515500), Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.