Little Calumet River at Munster (Northcote Avenue)
Indiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lake County, Indiana on the Little Calumet River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05536191, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
21 ft
Moderate Flood
20 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22.5 ft
Water reaches the top of the levees north of the river in Hammond.
22 ft
Water reaches the top of the levees south of the river in Munster.
14 ft
Water overflows low-lying river banks outside of the levee-protected area in Hammond and Munster.
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 | 20 ft | — |
| Sep 13, 2008 | 20 ft | — |
| Sep 28, 2019 | 17.83 ft | — |
| Sep 28, 2019 | 17.83 ft | — |
| May 16, 2020 | 17.8 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LCNI3
River
Little Calumet River
County
Lake, IN
Coordinates
41.5666°N, 87.4858°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Calumet River at Munster (Northcote Avenue)?
The Little Calumet River at Munster (Northcote Avenue) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05536191) 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 Munster (Northcote Avenue)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Calumet River at Munster (Northcote Avenue) is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Calumet River rises?
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Where is the Little Calumet River at Munster (Northcote Avenue) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lake County, Indiana at coordinates 41.5666°N, 87.4858°W. USGS site number: 05536191. 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