Muskingum River below Coshocton
Ohio — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Coshocton County, Ohio on the Muskingum River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03140500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
20 ft
35,988 cfs
Moderate Flood
18 ft
29,342 cfs
Minor Flood
15 ft
20,304 cfs
Action Stage
13 ft
14,910 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Flood waters will close most of Routes 16 and 83 in Coshocton. Flooding may begin to flood homes and businesses in and around South Water Street and South 2nd Street. Portions of Route 36 may be affected by flood waters.
21.98 ft
Waters reach record flooding levels reached back on January 26, 1937.
21 ft
Flooding could close portions of Route 83. Routes 16 and 36 may begin flooding in lower areas. Flood waters may begin to reach the Route 16/541 interchange.
20 ft
Flood waters could affect most homes and businesses along County Route 1A. Portions of Route 83 may be flooded. Flooding may reach the low lying areas around the Route 16/541 interchange.
18 ft
Moderate flooding occurs along County Route 1A and lower areas along Route 16 south. Widespread flooding occurs from the Lake Park area south to near the intersection of Routes 83 and 36. Homes around North Water Street in Coshocton floods.
16 ft
Flood waters begin to affect the Lake Park area along the Walhonding River and begins backwater flooding along Mill Creek north of Lake Park and along Route 83. Flood waters will begin to enter yards in low-lying areas along County Route 1A.
15 ft
Low areas are flooded and water reaches a few homes along Route 16 south of Coshocton and along County Route 1A north of Coshocton.
13 ft
Water reaches low lying areas between Tuscarawas and Walhonding Rivers just upstream of the confluence of the two rivers.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 1937 | 21.98 ft | 78,700 cfs |
| Jan 25, 1937 | 21.98 ft | 78,700 cfs |
| Jan 6, 2005 | 19.4 ft | — |
| Jan 6, 2005 | 19.4 ft | — |
| Jan 5, 2004 | 18 ft | 31,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CSHO1
River
Muskingum River
County
Coshocton, OH
Coordinates
40.2483°N, 81.8731°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Muskingum River below Coshocton?
The Muskingum River below Coshocton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03140500) 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 below Coshocton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Muskingum River below Coshocton is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
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Where is the Muskingum River below Coshocton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Coshocton County, Ohio at coordinates 40.2483°N, 81.8731°W. USGS site number: 03140500. 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
- The above river forecast includes future rainfall/snowmelt. Forecast stages may be different if the actual rainfall/snowmelt is different than the forecast rainfall/snowmelt.
- Stage may be affected by ice.