Major Flood
30 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33.5 ft
Water aproaching low steel of Michigan Street bridge over White River and nearing top of levees.
9 ft
Water over local flap gates of drainage pipes entering White River at the Michigan Street Bridge.
1 ft
Bottom of White River channel below wire weight on the downstream side of Michigan Street bridge.
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 | 30 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jan 5, 2005 | 20.4 ft | 36,700 cfs |
| Apr 20, 2013 | 16.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
IUPI3
River
White River (IN)
County
Marion, IN
Coordinates
39.7747°N, 86.1897°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of White River (IN) at Michigan Street in Indianapolis?
The White River (IN) at Michigan Street in Indianapolis gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03352953) 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 Michigan Street in Indianapolis?
The NWS-defined flood stage for White River (IN) at Michigan Street in Indianapolis is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when White River (IN) rises?
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Where is the White River (IN) at Michigan Street in Indianapolis gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Indiana at coordinates 39.7747°N, 86.1897°W. USGS site number: 03352953. 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.