Major Flood
15 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16.8 ft
Record flood in progress. Local roads flooded by as much as a foot or more of water. Residential areas likely affected.
15 ft
Major flooding likely in progress. Local roads flooded and possibly some residential areas.
13 ft
Significant flood in progress. At least a few local roads likely flooding. Flood waters may be affecting residential areas.
10 ft
Creek at flood stage. Water over banks and affecting agricultural land and low residential areas.
8 ft
Creek approaching bankfull level.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 17, 1943 | 16.8 ft | 17,900 cfs |
| May 1, 1983 | 15.68 ft | 15,100 cfs |
| May 25, 1989 | 15.36 ft | 14,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SFWI3
River
South Fork Wildcat Creek
County
Tippecanoe, IN
Coordinates
40.4178°N, 86.7681°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Wildcat Creek near Lafayette?
The South Fork Wildcat Creek near Lafayette gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03334500) 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 South Fork Wildcat Creek near Lafayette?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Wildcat Creek near Lafayette is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Wildcat Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Fork Wildcat Creek near Lafayette 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 South Fork Wildcat Creek near Lafayette gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana at coordinates 40.4178°N, 86.7681°W. USGS site number: 03334500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Wildcat Creek (IN) near Lafayette
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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.