Major Flood
19 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Approximate low steel elevation of CR 725 N. Near record to record flooding in progress.
19 ft
Major flooding in progress. Extensive flooding of Jefferson Township Conservation Club grounds and residential areas along CR 1200 W and 1225 W south of CR 725 N, Horseshoe Bend, Tecumseh Bend and Tippecanoe Ranch Estates.
16 ft
Flooding of residential property in the Oakdale area near the dam and Horseshoe Bend area. Flooding also likely in Tecumseh Bend area and Tippecanoe Ranch Estates.
15.4 ft
Carroll County Roads 1200 W and 1225 W south CR 725 N are closed. Four feet of water in some yards in the Horseshoe Bend area. Most other county roads near the river remain open.
14.5 ft
Carroll County EMA recommends voluntary evacuations for vulnerable areas at this level if significant rain is forecast for the local area.
14 ft
County Road 1225 W south of CR 725 N begins to flood. Flooding of yards begins.
13 ft
Oakdale Public Access Site is flooded.
11 ft
Handicapped area of Oakdale Public Access Site flooded.
10 ft
Tippecanoe River at bankfull level in Oakdale area. Most of the solidly mounted piers are underwater. During warm season items such as lawn chairs, boats and building supplies can be swept away.
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 7, 2008 | 21.75 ft | 30,164 cfs |
| Feb 21, 2018 | 19.41 ft | 24,300 cfs |
| Feb 5, 2008 | 19 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OAKI3
River
Tippecanoe River
County
Carroll, IN
Coordinates
40.6534°N, 86.7567°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tippecanoe River below Oakdale Dam?
The Tippecanoe River below Oakdale Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03332605) 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 below Oakdale Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tippecanoe River below Oakdale Dam is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tippecanoe River rises?
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Where is the Tippecanoe River below Oakdale Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carroll County, Indiana at coordinates 40.6534°N, 86.7567°W. USGS site number: 03332605. 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
- Gauge reading affected by power generation.
- Stage may be affected by ice.