Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14.5 ft
Approaching record flood level. Worst flooding in nearly 100 years. Major destruction in Ravenswood and likely failing of levee at Rocky Ripple. Nearing first floor flooding in Mystic Bay area. Critical stage on Warfleigh levee in Broad Ripple. Numerous local roads on north side of Indianapolis flooded.
13.5 ft
Flood levels at the highest level since March 1913 and just above the May 1943 flood. Extensive flooding with many evacuations in the Ravenswood area. Possible breaching of levee in the Rocky Ripple Area.
12.5 ft
Major flooding in Ravenswood. Evacuations ordered for all residents in Ravenswood west of Crittenden Avenue. Water near the top of levee protecting Rocky Ripple. Water at critical levels for Warfleigh levee in Broad Ripple. Numerous local roads extensively flooded on the north side of Indianapolis.
12 ft
Large portion of Ravenswood experiences major flood damage. Extensive flooding in the Mystic Bay area closes roads and affects lower garage areas.
11.2 ft
Several streets flooded by a foot or more of water.
10 ft
Serious flooding begins in the Ravenswood area.
9 ft
High water affects Ravenswood and River Edge Drive. Many basements in Ravenswood fill with one to two feet of water. Some basements fill with three feet or more feet of water.
8 ft
Basements begin to flood in Ravenswood area. Flood waters begin to affect residential parking in the Broad Ripple area.
7.5 ft
River Road floods.
7 ft
Water surrounds homes in River Edge Estates. A few streets flood in Ravenswood.
6 ft
Lowest portion of Ravenswood begins to flood.
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 | 16 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 18, 1943 | 13.3 ft | — |
| Apr 22, 1964 | 12.9 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RVNI3
River
White River (IN)
County
Marion, IN
Coordinates
39.8933°N, 86.1294°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of White River (IN) at Ravenswood?
The White River (IN) at Ravenswood gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Ravenswood?
The NWS-defined flood stage for White River (IN) at Ravenswood is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
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Where is the White River (IN) at Ravenswood gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Indiana at coordinates 39.8933°N, 86.1294°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Gauge reading only in high-water situations.
- Stage measured manually and reported by river observer. No automated gauge on-site.