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
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Zoo property begins to flood.
11 ft
Cleveland Zoo parking lot floods.
9 ft
Creek at bankfull in the Brookside and Big Creek Metroparks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 23, 1975 | 16.2 ft | 9,100 cfs |
| Sep 16, 1976 | 14.44 ft | 6,850 cfs |
| Sep 7, 2020 | 13.82 ft | 8,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
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StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Creek at Cleveland?
The Big Creek at Cleveland gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04208502) 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 Big Creek at Cleveland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Creek at Cleveland is 11 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 Big Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Creek at Cleveland 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 Big Creek at Cleveland gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio at coordinates 41.4503°N, 81.7215°W. USGS site number: 04208502. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Big Creek at Brooklyn
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey