Major Flood
18 ft
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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
13 ft
Minor Flood
10.5 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
River gage flooded. This is a dangerous situation. Major flooding will occur in Cuyahoga and Munroe Falls and in the Village of Silver Lake.
18 ft
FEMA 0.2 percent flood level. Major flooding at the Akron Water Pollution Plant facilities. Several low lying roads adjacent to the river blocked off by flood waters. Parks and golf courses by the river inundated.
16 ft
FEMA 1 percent flood level.
13 ft
Facilities at the Akron Water Treatment and Pollution Control Plant are impacted. Water inundates low lying park land adjacent to the river. Low lying roads adjacent to the river will be threatened.
11 ft
Floodwaters will begin to affect areas along the Cuyahoga River in Cuyahoga Falls and in Munroe Falls near Kennedy Park.
10.5 ft
Water inundates the water treatment plant property in Akron. Low lying land adjacent to the river flooded.
10 ft
Flooding begins in low lying areas near the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2013 | 14.28 ft | 6,370 cfs |
| May 22, 2004 | 13.74 ft | 6,561 cfs |
| Sep 13, 1979 | 13.29 ft | 6,230 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cuyahoga River at Old Portage?
The Cuyahoga River at Old Portage gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04206000) 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 Old Portage?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cuyahoga River at Old Portage is 10.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cuyahoga River rises?
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Where is the Cuyahoga River at Old Portage gauge located?
The gauge is located in Summit County, Ohio at coordinates 41.1356°N, 81.5471°W. USGS site number: 04206000. 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