Major Flood
32 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Record flooding occurring.
25 ft
House on the left bank and store near the Route 260 bridge starts to flood.
23 ft
Bloomfield Church Road near Little Muskingum River bridge and gage starts to flood.
16 ft
Route 26 near the intersection with Route 260 starts to flood between 16 and 20 feet.
12 ft
Hay field across from the gage and between the river and Route 26 starts to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2004 | 32.16 ft | 41,600 cfs |
| Jun 27, 1998 | 30.78 ft | 32,300 cfs |
| Mar 1, 1997 | 28.3 ft | 14,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LNBO1
River
Little Muskingum
County
Washington, OH
Coordinates
39.5631°N, 81.2039°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Muskingum at Bloomfield?
The Little Muskingum at Bloomfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03115400) 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 Little Muskingum at Bloomfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Muskingum at Bloomfield is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Muskingum rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Muskingum at Bloomfield 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 Little Muskingum at Bloomfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Ohio at coordinates 39.5631°N, 81.2039°W. USGS site number: 03115400. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey