Major Flood
25 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
27 ft
Homes near the river in Defiance flood and Riverside Avenue is closed by high water.
25 ft
Homes on Riverside Avenue in Defiance flood, and evacuations are necessary.
23 ft
Homes on Riverside Avenue in Defiance begin to flood.
21 ft
Water gets into backyards of homes on Riverside Avenue. Riverside Park in Defiance begins to flood. Flood water approaches State Route 111 upstream of hydro dam.
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 24, 1913 | 38.8 ft | 120,000 cfs |
| Jan 14, 1930 | 30 ft | 45,000 cfs |
| Feb 13, 1918 | 29.7 ft | 27,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DFCO1
River
Auglaize River
County
Defiance, OH
Coordinates
41.2368°N, 84.3992°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Auglaize River near Defiance?
The Auglaize River near Defiance gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04191500) 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 Auglaize River near Defiance?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Auglaize River near Defiance is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Auglaize River rises?
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Where is the Auglaize River near Defiance gauge located?
The gauge is located in Defiance County, Ohio at coordinates 41.2368°N, 84.3992°W. USGS site number: 04191500. 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 (04191500), 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.