Major Flood
12 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Significant flooding in Hiram Rapids and Mantua. Evacuations likely with widespread property damage.
10 ft
Homes along River Beach Road and Spencer Park Drive inundated and roads impassable. Property along Winchell Road inundated.
8 ft
Widespread flooding of Spencer Park Drive and River Beach Road.
7 ft
River inundates Spencer Park Drive and River Beach Road off of State Route 82 in Mantua.
5 ft
River overtopping the banks in several low lying areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 1929 | 8.23 ft | 2,260 cfs |
| Jan 22, 1959 | 8.11 ft | 3,670 cfs |
| Feb 17, 1976 | 7.67 ft | 3,320 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HRPO1
River
Cuyahoga River
County
Portage, OH
Coordinates
41.3406°N, 81.1668°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cuyahoga River at Hiram Rapids?
The Cuyahoga River at Hiram Rapids gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04202000) 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 Cuyahoga River at Hiram Rapids?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cuyahoga River at Hiram Rapids is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cuyahoga River rises?
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Where is the Cuyahoga River at Hiram Rapids gauge located?
The gauge is located in Portage County, Ohio at coordinates 41.3406°N, 81.1668°W. USGS site number: 04202000. 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