Major Flood
23 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Devastation occurs in flood plain area of Wabash, Lagro, and Rich Valley. All bridges over the Wabash River are in jeopardy. Portions of Indiana 524, Business US 24, and public utility area are washed away.
26.4 ft
Flood water begins to hit the bottom of the bridge at the gage site causing increased flooding upstream of the gage.
26 ft
Commercial and industrial areas of Wabash south of Market Street on the right bank are seriously flooded. Flood waters are several feet deep in city streets. There are many evacuations.
23 ft
A major flood is in progress in Lagro and Wabash. Many city streets are impassible. Water is 2 or more feet deep in residential and commercial areas. Flooding begins in Rich Valley.
21 ft
Some evacuations of residences and flooding of commercial and industrial areas begin in Wabash and Lagro. Flooding of Business US 24 near Rich Valley and Indiana 524 near Largo begins.
19 ft
Residential and some commercial flooding begins on the right bank in southwest sections of Wabash. Extensive rural flooding south of Rich Valley begins in western Wabash County.
17 ft
Some low lying areas and lowest sections of Wabash and Lagro begin to flood.
14 ft
Lowland flooding begins in rural Wabash County.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 25, 1913 | 28.7 ft | 90,000 cfs |
| Feb 10, 1959 | 24.44 ft | 45,300 cfs |
| May 17, 1943 | 24.22 ft | 49,600 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wabash River at Wabash?
The Wabash River at Wabash gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03325000) 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 Wabash River at Wabash?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wabash River at Wabash is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wabash River rises?
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Where is the Wabash River at Wabash gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wabash County, Indiana at coordinates 40.7908°N, 85.8203°W. USGS site number: 03325000. 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 (03325000), Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.