RIVER GAUGE · MAUMEE RIVER
Maumee River near Defiance (Independence Dam)
Defiance County, Ohio
Water level2.00 ft
Flow994 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action12 ft
Minor flood14 ft89,320 cfs
Moderate flood14.5 ft93,210 cfs
Major flood15 ft97,120 cfs
The past week
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Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 1982 | 15.87 ft | 104,000 cfs |
| Feb 24, 1985 | 14.19 ft | 93,500 cfs |
| Feb 7, 2008 | 13.97 ft | 89,100 cfs |
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