Moderate Flood
8.5 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.
Minor Flood
7.3 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10.1 ft
Top of staff gage located at the retention pond. At this point, pond is completely full ending to lowest residential area located at the upstream portion of the pond. Water flow through pipe must be high because water depth is 4 feet above the top of the pipe. Such a level likely indicated excessive local flooding in progress. Water over an average person head near outflow pipe. Keep children away from pond.
8.5 ft
Pond becoming unusually large. Significant local flooding likely in progress. Flow through pipe is likely strong. Pond becoming large to very large. Water more than 4 feet deep at outflow pipe area. Keep children out of pond area.
7.3 ft
Level reached on April 8, 2015 after nearly 2 inches of rain in the area. Water level at the top of concrete structure of pond containing the outflow pipe. Local flooding may be in progress. Water more than 3 feet deep near outflow pipe with an unusual amount of water in the pond.
6 ft
Top of outflow pipe of retention pond. When inflow exceeds the outflow capacity of the pipe, retention pond level rises. Water in retention pond nearly 2 feet deep near outflow.
3.9 ft
Bottom of retention pond pipe. Pond is empty.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2019 | 8.32 ft | — |
| Mar 28, 2020 | 7.65 ft | — |
| Feb 7, 2019 | 7.35 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FARI3
River
Retention Pond in Marion County Indiana
County
Marion, IN
Coordinates
39.7806°N, 86.2858°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Retention Pond in Marion County Indiana at Farleys Addition in Indianapolis?
The Retention Pond in Marion County Indiana at Farleys Addition in Indianapolis gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03353494) 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 Retention Pond in Marion County Indiana at Farleys Addition in Indianapolis?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Retention Pond in Marion County Indiana at Farleys Addition in Indianapolis is 7.3 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
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Where is the Retention Pond in Marion County Indiana at Farleys Addition in Indianapolis gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Indiana at coordinates 39.7806°N, 86.2858°W. USGS site number: 03353494. 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
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