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25 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
40 ft
Approximate low steel of Raymond Street Bridge. This height is well above the record flood of the White River at this site.
30 ft
Record flood is in progress. Unprotected areas of Marion County wash away. Water is at critical levels on levee protecting IUPUI, downtown Indianapolis, Haughville area, and levees in southern Marion County. The levee on the east side of the White River immediately south of Southport Road will likely fail. Failure floods residential areas along Southport Road and eastward to SR 37.
25 ft
Major flood in progress. Flood waters approaching S West Street.
21.3 ft
Flood waters threaten levees particularly in southwest portions of Marion County.
20.5 ft
Flooding of residential areas near I-465 on the south side occurs, including Hoosier Acres and High Acre Manor. Flooding begins to affect south side wastewater plant.
19 ft
Flood waters possibly threaten Broad Ripple. Troy Avenue floods from backwater. Other areas that flood are Rocky Ripple and Ravenswood.
18.5 ft
Levee at Mann Road may overtop. Flooding affects area known as High Acre Manor on the southwest side.
17.5 ft
Hoosier Acres and High Acre Manor on the city's south and west side begins to flood.
16 ft
Extensive flooding occurs in unprotected areas of Marion County, particularly southwest portions. Water extremely high and swift between the levees from 10th Street to Harding Street. Normal river side locations flooded by six to ten feet of water.
14 ft
Lowland flooding begins in central and southern Marion County. Riverside Golf Course may begin to flood.
10 ft
Little, if any, flooding in the central part of the city. Numerous flap gates close. Flooding begins outside of protected areas.
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 | 70,000 cfs |
| Jan 31, 1916 | 24 ft | 46,200 cfs |
| Mar 26, 1904 | 24 ft | 46,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
INDI3
River
White River (IN)
County
Marion, IN
Coordinates
39.7371°N, 86.1697°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of White River (IN) at Raymond Street in Indianapolis?
The White River (IN) at Raymond Street in Indianapolis gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03353000) 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 Raymond Street in Indianapolis?
The NWS-defined flood stage for White River (IN) at Raymond Street in Indianapolis is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
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Where is the White River (IN) at Raymond Street in Indianapolis gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Indiana at coordinates 39.7371°N, 86.1697°W. USGS site number: 03353000. 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 may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.