Tippecanoe River at Oswego
Indiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Kosciusko County, Indiana on the Tippecanoe River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03330500, 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 ft
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Flood water begins to innundate structures downstream of Lake Tippecanoe along the river.
8 ft
Flood water begins to impact roads near the river downstream from Lake Tippecanoe.
7.5 ft
Lowland flooding begins near the gauge downstream of Lake Tippecanoe.
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 20, 1943 | 9.4 ft | 1,050 cfs |
| May 20, 1943 | 9.4 ft | 1,050 cfs |
| Mar 20, 1982 | 9.25 ft | 950 cfs |
| Mar 20, 1982 | 9.25 ft | 950 cfs |
| Mar 15, 2009 | 8.96 ft | 776 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OWGI3
River
Tippecanoe River
County
Kosciusko, IN
Coordinates
41.3206°N, 85.7892°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tippecanoe River at Oswego?
The Tippecanoe River at Oswego gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03330500) 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 Tippecanoe River at Oswego?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tippecanoe River at Oswego is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tippecanoe River rises?
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Where is the Tippecanoe River at Oswego gauge located?
The gauge is located in Kosciusko County, Indiana at coordinates 41.3206°N, 85.7892°W. USGS site number: 03330500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: the USGS (03330500), Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey