Major Flood
18 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18.5 ft
In April 2013, nearly 400 homes in Howard County affected by flooding. More than 5 were destroyed, and greater than 150 suffered major damage. A neighborhood near Park Road and Washington Street flooded extensively. Foster Park was almost completely underwater north of Wildcat Creek. Every bridge approach over Wildcat Creek in Kokomo was flooded. Only 3 north to south routes across Wildcat Creek were semi-passable...U.S. Hwy 31, Apperson Way and Dixon Road, according to the Kokomo Fire Dept.
17.7 ft
Flooding of residential and commercial areas along Wildcat Creek in Kokomo. This occurred following up to 13 inches of rain on the early morning of July 5, 2003.
16.8 ft
In late December 1990, 60 homes flooded in the Kokomo area. The Hillcrest area had one to three feet of water.
14 ft
Significant flooding along Wildcat Creek. Flooding of parks and city roads near the creek.
12 ft
Wildcat Creek overflowing in parks in the Kokomo area. Flooding of agricultural land possible outside of Kokomo.
10 ft
Water begins to overflow in local parks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2013 | 18.69 ft | 10,600 cfs |
| Jul 4, 2003 | 17.75 ft | 9,500 cfs |
| Feb 9, 1959 | 17 ft | 8,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OKKI3
River
Wildcat Creek (IN)
County
Howard, IN
Coordinates
40.4752°N, 86.1601°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wildcat Creek (IN) at Kokomo?
The Wildcat Creek (IN) at Kokomo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03333700) 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 Wildcat Creek (IN) at Kokomo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wildcat Creek (IN) at Kokomo is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wildcat Creek (IN) rises?
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Where is the Wildcat Creek (IN) at Kokomo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Howard County, Indiana at coordinates 40.4752°N, 86.1601°W. USGS site number: 03333700. 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.