Major Flood
50 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: TELI3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
44 ft
Minor Flood
38 ft
Action Stage
36 ft
What Floods at Each Level
60.5 ft
Water reaches top of floodwall in Tell City Indiana and Hawesville Kentucky.
60 ft
Water reaches top of floodwall in Cannelton Indiana.
57 ft
Almost all businesses and one quarter of homes in Tell City flood.
48 ft
Water reaches railroad tracks and starts up Main St. in Tell City.
46.5 ft
Flood gates in Hawesville KY close.
44 ft
Bottomland on both sides floods. Water reaches base of floodwall.
40 ft
Indiana highway 66 closes above Cannelton.
38 ft
Indiana highway 66 floods between Derby and Magnet...Rome and Derby...and at Rocky Point.
35.5 ft
Floodgates begin closing.
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 28, 1937 | 56.95 ft | — |
| Mar 7, 1964 | 53 ft | — |
| Mar 10, 1945 | 52 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
TELI3
River
Ohio River
County
Perry, IN
Coordinates
37.9536°N, 86.7753°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ohio River at Tell City?
The Ohio River at Tell City gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Tell City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ohio River at Tell City is 38 feet. Action stage begins at 36 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 44 feet, and major flooding at 50 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ohio River rises?
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Where is the Ohio River at Tell City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Perry County, Indiana at coordinates 37.9536°N, 86.7753°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Tell City Water Plant
- 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.
- Gauge readings may not be available when the Ohio River is below 29 feet at this location.