Major Flood
32 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
28 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
What Floods at Each Level
41 ft
Dixon Ford bridge floods.
25 ft
County roads are underwater.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 1959 | 34.3 ft | 52,200 cfs |
| Jul 14, 2015 | 32.28 ft | 40,200 cfs |
| Aug 7, 1992 | 31.7 ft | 27,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DEPI3
River
Muscatatuck River
County
Jefferson, IN
Coordinates
38.8042°N, 85.6739°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Muscatatuck River at Deputy?
The Muscatatuck River at Deputy gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03366500) 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 Muscatatuck River at Deputy?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Muscatatuck River at Deputy is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Muscatatuck River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Muscatatuck River at Deputy 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 Muscatatuck River at Deputy gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Indiana at coordinates 38.8042°N, 85.6739°W. USGS site number: 03366500. 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
- 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.