Major Flood
56 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
48 ft
Minor Flood
38 ft
Action Stage
35 ft
What Floods at Each Level
56.6 ft
This flood will exceed the highest stage on record. Evacuations of homes and businesses becomes necessary. Many roads are water covered and impassable.
48 ft
Water approaches part of IN 66 about 1 mile downstream from the lock and dam.
46 ft
Highway 662 near the old Lock and Dam 47 begins to flood. This is approximately 1/2 mile downstream from the current lock and dam.
38 ft
Minor flooding occurs. The river is 2500 feet wide and begins covering agricultural land on the Kentucky side.
35 ft
Sloughs between the Ohio and Green Rivers on the Kentucky side begin to fill.
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 30, 1937 | 56.6 ft | — |
| Mar 11, 1945 | 50.9 ft | — |
| Mar 31, 1913 | 50.7 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ohio River at Newburgh Lock and Dam?
The Ohio River at Newburgh Lock and Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03304300) 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 Ohio River at Newburgh Lock and Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ohio River at Newburgh Lock and Dam is 38 feet. Action stage begins at 35 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 48 feet, and major flooding at 56 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ohio River rises?
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Where is the Ohio River at Newburgh Lock and Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Warrick County, Indiana at coordinates 37.9283°N, 87.3750°W. USGS site number: 03304300. 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.