Major Flood
25 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Approaching the high water mark of the March 1913 of 25.90 feet. A devastating flood upstream in the Ravenswood area. Flood waters approaching or over the Central Canal Trail.
17 ft
Flood waters begin to affect Indianapolis Museum of Art property located in the White River flood plain. This is a preliminary estimate by the Indiana U.S. Geological Survey.
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 | 25.9 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Apr 22, 1964 | 18.9 ft | — |
| Jun 14, 1958 | 18.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
IMAI3
River
White River (IN)
County
Marion, IN
Coordinates
39.8311°N, 86.1856°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of White River (IN) at Indianapolis Museum of Art?
The White River (IN) at Indianapolis Museum of Art gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03351201) 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 White River (IN) at Indianapolis Museum of Art?
The NWS-defined flood stage for White River (IN) at Indianapolis Museum of Art is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when White River (IN) rises?
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Where is the White River (IN) at Indianapolis Museum of Art gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Indiana at coordinates 39.8311°N, 86.1856°W. USGS site number: 03351201. 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.