Moderate Flood
8.5 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.
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
6.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.5 ft
Extensive flooding in progress affecting a few rural houses in low lying areas near the Little Blue River. In Shelbyville the only areas flooded were a small portion of the parking lot in Kennedy Park, part of East Washington Street next to the Armory and some soccer fields at Blue River Memorial Park next to I-74.
7.9 ft
Lowland flooding of farm fields. Water starting to cross CR 200N and Little Blue Road. CR 350N east of Little Blue Road has about 5 to 6 inches of water.
6.8 ft
Bankfull level. Lowest portions of local parks beginning to flood.
0.28 ft
Bottom of stream bed below wire weight gage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 5, 2025 | 13.28 ft | 18,582 cfs |
| Dec 22, 2013 | 12.94 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2018 | 12.05 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LBRI3
River
Little Blue River (IN)
County
Shelby, IN
Coordinates
39.5256°N, 85.7633°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Blue River (IN) at Walkerville?
The Little Blue River (IN) at Walkerville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03361440) 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 Little Blue River (IN) at Walkerville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Blue River (IN) at Walkerville is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Blue River (IN) rises?
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Where is the Little Blue River (IN) at Walkerville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Shelby County, Indiana at coordinates 39.5256°N, 85.7633°W. USGS site number: 03361440. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Big Blue River (IN) at Shelbyville
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.