Major Flood
14 ft
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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
12 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Major flooding occurs in and around McConnelsville.
13 ft
Several homes and businesses start to flood in and around McConnelsville.
12 ft
Many areas are flooded in and around McConnelsville.
11.6 ft
Most primary roads flooded in and between McConnelsville and Zanesville; several cottage-type homes are affected.
11.5 ft
Flooding starts in cemetery on the southwest side of McConnelsville near State Route 376. More homes start to flood near the river.
11 ft
Route 669 above Malta and other roads are flooded.
10.6 ft
Several low-lying areas and poor drainage areas along Route 669 start 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 1913 | 33.5 ft | 270,000 cfs |
| Jan 25, 1937 | 21.14 ft | 126,000 cfs |
| Sep 8, 1935 | 17 ft | 104,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MCCO1
River
Muskingum River
County
Morgan, OH
Coordinates
39.6485°N, 81.8580°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Muskingum River at McConnelsville?
The Muskingum River at McConnelsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03150000) 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 Muskingum River at McConnelsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Muskingum River at McConnelsville is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Muskingum River rises?
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Where is the Muskingum River at McConnelsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Morgan County, Ohio at coordinates 39.6485°N, 81.8580°W. USGS site number: 03150000. 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
- River Forecasts typically include ONLY 2 days of future rain from <u>forecast issuance time</u> (lower right of graph). Occasionally 3 days of future rain included.