Major Flood
18.5 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30.65 ft
River gage under water. Historic flooding in Killbuck.
26.4 ft
Record flooding in the village of Killbuck and throughout the valley. Water treatment plant in Killbuck overtopped.
26 ft
The FEMA 0.2 percent flood level.
22 ft
Severe flooding in the Village of Killbuck and throughout the valley. Flood waters back up onto Interstate 71 near Burbank. Fire Station in Killbuck inundated.
20 ft
The FEMA 1 percent flood level.
18.5 ft
Widespread flooding in both north and south end of Killbuck. Many county and local roads impassable. State Route 17 in Millersburg flooded.
18 ft
Several homes threatened in the town of Killbuck. North Main, Jefferson, and Water Streets inundated. Northern and southern portions of town threatened. Many local and county roads flooded including State Route 16 and 60 north, and County Road 621.
17 ft
Private property on Water Street in the Village of Killbuck flooded. Several county and local roads impassable including State Route 60 south and County Road 621.
16 ft
Flooded roads in and near Killbuck include Water Street, County Road 621, State Route 60 south, State Route 520, as well as local low lying roads.
15 ft
Several low lying roads in Holmes County including Township Roads 91 and 92, and County Roads 621 and 622 are flooded.
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 4, 1969 | 26.4 ft | 47,500 cfs |
| Aug 6, 1935 | 21.77 ft | 28,800 cfs |
| Jan 21, 1959 | 21.75 ft | 28,400 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Killbuck Creek at Killbuck?
The Killbuck Creek at Killbuck gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03139000) 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 Killbuck Creek at Killbuck?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Killbuck Creek at Killbuck is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 18.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Killbuck Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Killbuck Creek at Killbuck 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 Killbuck Creek at Killbuck gauge located?
The gauge is located in Holmes County, Ohio at coordinates 40.4815°N, 81.9860°W. USGS site number: 03139000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Muskingum River below Coshocton
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Corps of Engineers, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.