Major Flood
18 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19.5 ft
Water reaches the top of the levees near the river in Hammond and Highland.
17.5 ft
Evacuations may begin near the river in Hammond and Highland.
17 ft
Norfolk Southern Railroad may be closed at the levee in Hammond and Highland to install temporary flood protection.
8 ft
Water overflows low-lying river banks outside of the levee-protected area in Hammond and Highland.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 2008 | 15.5 ft | — |
| Feb 20, 2018 | 14.58 ft | — |
| May 16, 2020 | 13.15 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HMMI3
River
Little Calumet River
County
Lake, IN
Coordinates
41.5683°N, 87.4744°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Calumet River at Hammond (Indianapolis Boulevard)?
The Little Calumet River at Hammond (Indianapolis Boulevard) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05536160) 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 Calumet River at Hammond (Indianapolis Boulevard)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Calumet River at Hammond (Indianapolis Boulevard) is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Calumet River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Calumet River at Hammond (Indianapolis Boulevard) 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 Little Calumet River at Hammond (Indianapolis Boulevard) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lake County, Indiana at coordinates 41.5683°N, 87.4744°W. USGS site number: 05536160. 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