Major Flood
19.5 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22.9 ft
In April 2013, flood damage occurred from Wildcat Creek in the Lafayette area.
16.5 ft
On April 28, 2011, a lane located on the west and south side of Wildcat Creek just north of Eisenhower Bridge began to flood. Another foot or two and some homes would have been flooded along this lane.
15 ft
Flooding of Wildcat Creek Park and possible residential areas in the vicinity of Eisenhower Rd.
10 ft
Flooding of lowland areas in progress in portions of Tippecanoe County.
6 ft
Near bankfull conditions.
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 27, 1913 | 25.4 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jul 6, 2003 | 23.64 ft | 23,500 cfs |
| Apr 20, 2013 | 22.91 ft | 22,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LYTI3
River
Wildcat Creek (IN)
County
Tippecanoe, IN
Coordinates
40.4406°N, 86.8292°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wildcat Creek (IN) near Lafayette?
The Wildcat Creek (IN) near Lafayette gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03335000) 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) near Lafayette?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wildcat Creek (IN) near Lafayette is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 19.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wildcat Creek (IN) rises?
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Where is the Wildcat Creek (IN) near Lafayette gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana at coordinates 40.4406°N, 86.8292°W. USGS site number: 03335000. 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.