Sand Creek (IN) at Fishers
Indiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Hamilton County, Indiana on the Sand Creek (IN). Live water level data from USGS gauge 033521504, 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
9.5 ft
Moderate Flood
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
5.5 ft
Action Stage
3.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10.6 ft
Extreme flooding of Sand Creek. Water level is at the top of the opening of the 116th Street Bridge over Sand Creek. Water is beginning to overflow 116th Street on the west side of Sand Creek. Cumberland Road is impassable in two spots south of 116th Street.
9.5 ft
Major flooding along Sand Creek. Water near or on Cumberland Road at two locations south of 116th Street. Water extends more than 500 feet west of 116th Street Bridge.
7.5 ft
Moderate flood along Sand Creek. Creek looks more like a river and is approaching low spots along Cumberland Road south of 116th Street. Sand Creek is noticeable along 116th Street.
5.5 ft
Sand Creek begins to overflow bank in the Fishers area. Trail under 116th Street unsafe to walk because water is as much as 2 feet deep.
4.7 ft
Water is at least a foot deep on the lowest part of trail along Sand Creek underneath 116th Street.
3.5 ft
Water is near or on trail along Sand Creek underneath 116th Street.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2014 | 7.44 ft | 503 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2014 | 7.44 ft | 503 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2017 | 7.41 ft | — |
| Jun 23, 2017 | 7.41 ft | — |
| Jul 12, 2017 | 7.4 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SDFI3
River
Sand Creek (IN)
County
Hamilton, IN
Coordinates
39.9569°N, 85.9892°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sand Creek (IN) at Fishers?
The Sand Creek (IN) at Fishers gauge is maintained by USGS (site 033521504) 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 Sand Creek (IN) at Fishers?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sand Creek (IN) at Fishers is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at 3.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 9.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sand Creek (IN) rises?
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Where is the Sand Creek (IN) at Fishers gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hamilton County, Indiana at coordinates 39.9569°N, 85.9892°W. USGS site number: 033521504. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.