Major Flood
13 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Flooding closes county roads and state routes 8, 17, and 23. Flood water surrounds residences on the north side of Knox.
12 ft
Local roads and state highways 8, 17, and 23 begin to flood.
10 ft
Agricultural land and Wythogan City Park begin 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 1990 | 15.3 ft | 3,930 cfs |
| Feb 23, 2018 | 13.81 ft | 5,900 cfs |
| Oct 14, 1954 | 13.75 ft | 5,660 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yellow River at Knox?
The Yellow River at Knox gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05517000) 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 Yellow River at Knox?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yellow River at Knox is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yellow River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Yellow River at Knox to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Yellow River at Knox gauge located?
The gauge is located in Starke County, Indiana at coordinates 41.3028°N, 86.6206°W. USGS site number: 05517000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: the USGS (05517000), Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.