Major Flood
22 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Route 7 bridge starts to flood. Route 7, 2070, and other roads along Tygarts Creek are flooded. Several homes and businesses are flooded. Major flooding is occuring.
22 ft
Homes, businesses, and a church along Route 7 are flooded. Several roads and homes along Tygarts Creek are flooded.
21 ft
Sections of Routes 7, and 2070 other roads near Tygarts Creek are flooded. Some homes and businesses start to flood.
20 ft
Low areas along State Route 7 and County Route 2070 start to flood. The country store in Load and some homes near Tygarts Creek start 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2010 | 24.4 ft | — |
| Mar 1, 1997 | 23.65 ft | 34,400 cfs |
| Dec 8, 1978 | 22.75 ft | 30,300 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tygarts Creek near Greenup?
The Tygarts Creek near Greenup gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03217000) 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 Tygarts Creek near Greenup?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tygarts Creek near Greenup is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tygarts Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tygarts Creek near Greenup 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 Tygarts Creek near Greenup gauge located?
The gauge is located in Greenup County, Kentucky at coordinates 38.5642°N, 82.9522°W. USGS site number: 03217000. 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