Major Flood
14.5 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.5 ft
Approximate low steel of Sherman Drive Bridge over Lick Creek.
14.5 ft
Possible residential flooding. Flooding of mobile home park downstream and on south side of I-465.
10.35 ft
At this level on June 20, 2011 water at a period of record level. Backyard flooding at a few homes on Trail Drive near Sherman Drive. Based on June 2010 report...extensive flooding downstream of gage site likely in Harding Street Area. Nothing was seen in the media during June 2011 flood.
8.19 ft
According to the Indianapolis Star...on June 22, 2010 overflowing Lick Creek blocked Harding Street on the Southside between Hanna Avenue and Interstate 465.
0.55 ft
Bottom of Lick Creek channel directly below the wire weight gage on Sherman Drive.
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 20, 2011 | 10.35 ft | — |
| Jun 7, 2008 | 9.84 ft | — |
| Jun 24, 1978 | 9.61 ft | 2,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LCII3
River
Lick Creek (IN)
County
Marion, IN
Coordinates
39.7058°N, 86.1036°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lick Creek (IN) near Beech Grove?
The Lick Creek (IN) near Beech Grove gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03353620) 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 Lick Creek (IN) near Beech Grove?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lick Creek (IN) near Beech Grove is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 14.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Lick Creek (IN) rises?
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Where is the Lick Creek (IN) near Beech Grove gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Indiana at coordinates 39.7058°N, 86.1036°W. USGS site number: 03353620. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: White River (IN) near Centerton
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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.