Major Flood
48 ft
Current Water Level
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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
43 ft
Minor Flood
36 ft
Action Stage
31 ft
What Floods at Each Level
50 ft
Numerous homes and businesses will be affected in the western and northern sections of the county.
48 ft
Numerous highways will be closed with extensive flooding in Smith Mills, Alzey Bottoms and leading up to Sunset Lane in Henderson. Extensive agricultural lands will be flooded with a few feet of water over the fields, especially in the western and northern sections of the county.
43 ft
Several county roads in the western and northern part of the county flood, leaving many impassable.
36 ft
Several roads begin to flood including: Horseshoe Bend Rd on Hwy 136, Kentucky 268 at the four-mile marker past McDonald Landing Rd, Gray-Adridge Rd, Old River Rd, Green River Rd, Stratman Rd and Wolf Hills Rd.
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 12, 2025 | 43.08 ft | 85,500 cfs |
| Feb 22, 2025 | 39.59 ft | 647,890 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ohio River at Henderson?
The Ohio River at Henderson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03322190) 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 Ohio River at Henderson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ohio River at Henderson is 36 feet. Action stage begins at 31 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 43 feet, and major flooding at 48 feet.
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Where is the Ohio River at Henderson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Henderson County, Kentucky at coordinates 37.8456°N, 87.5922°W. USGS site number: 03322190. 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
- 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.