Major Flood
16 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Record flooding. This level exceeds the historic 1913 flood which caused extensive damage to the region. Widespread flooding expected.
17 ft
The FEMA 0.2 percent flood level. Major flooding in Waterville occurs. Residences on River Road sustain significant damage.
16 ft
The first floors of a few homes and businesses on Water Street and North River Road inundated in Waterville. Numerous road closures due to flooding.
15 ft
The FEMA 1 percent flood level. Residences on Water Street and North River Road are threatened. The river reaches the Water Street. Three houses on the river side of Water Street are cut off from emergency access. On River Road just south of School Court, a dozen homes are surrounded by water with basement inundation. Flood waters extend out to Jerome Road. Tenmile Creek likely to flood due to backwater which can cut off Harroun Road. Portions of State Routes 110 and 65 inundated.
14 ft
Residences along the river may experience basement flooding.
13 ft
Floodwaters can back up through storm drains onto Water Street in Waterville making roads inaccessible.
12 ft
Flooding begins in Side Cut Metropark. The river is out of banks in Waterville.
11 ft
A few riverside cabins in Waterville become threatened. Lowland flooding occurs along with some water inundation on River Road.
9 ft
Flooding occurs in lowland 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 1913 | 19.9 ft | 180,000 cfs |
| Feb 11, 1959 | 16.17 ft | 85,000 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1990 | 15.31 ft | 90,700 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Maumee River at Waterville?
The Maumee River at Waterville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04193500) 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 Maumee River at Waterville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Maumee River at Waterville is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Maumee River rises?
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Where is the Maumee River at Waterville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lucas County, Ohio at coordinates 41.5001°N, 83.7127°W. USGS site number: 04193500. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.