Huron River at Milan
Erie County, Ohio
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 31 ft
Record flooding occurs throughout the valley. Considerable backwater flooding occurs along small tributaries to the Huron River.
- 26 ft
River gage flooded. Major flooding on the Huron River.
- 25 ft
FEMA 0.2 percent flood level. Significant damage in the Franklin Flats and other low lying portions of Erie county.
- 24 ft
Major flooding occurs in Franklin Flats. Floodwaters begin to impact areas near Mud Brook Road.
- 23 ft
FEMA 1 percent flood level.
- 22.5 ft
Homes inundated in Franklin Flats. Many evacuations necessary. Property along U.S. Route 250 inundated and several local roads impassable.
- 21 ft
Floodwaters affect businesses along the river near the Village of Milan near U.S. Route 250. Water will be nearly two feet deep in portions of Franklin Flats. Low lying secondary roads near the river may become impassable.
- 19.5 ft
Flood waters over a foot deep in Franklin Flats. Huron River Valley Campground inundated.
- 18 ft
Flooding occurs in lying areas along the river from Milan to Franklin Flats.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 1969 | 31.1 ft | 49,600 cfs |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 24.59 ft | 23,800 cfs |
| Jun 22, 2006 | 23.95 ft | 14,300 cfs |
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