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14 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
This would approach the flood of record from January 1959. Communities not protected by flood levees are inundated, especially the Little Texas neighborhood. Numerous homes in this area are flooded, as well as many roads leading in and out of the area.
22 ft
Several homes in Little Texas become flooded prompting possible evacuations. Water covering low-lying roadways becomes deeper with access to several homes in Little Texas cut off. Miller and Lynn Streets are flooded.
21 ft
Flooding in southern Newark intensifies with water covering low-lying roads. Access to some homes in Little Texas are cut off with flood water entering several homes at this level. Several roads are also flooded including Miller and Lynn Streets.
20.5 ft
Some roads are flooded in southern Newark with water beginning to get into some of the closest homes near the river in the Little Texas area. Some evacuations may be necessary.
20 ft
Some roads are flooded in southern Newark with water nearing and possibly flooding homes in Little Texas. Portions of Miller and Lynn Streets near the river are flooded. Several homes in Little Texas are cut off.
19 ft
Some roadways in southern Newark are flooded with flood waters continuing to approach homes in Little Texas. The Babe Ruth Baseball Diamond is also flooded.
18 ft
The North Fork is out of its banks with lowland flooding occuring along the river in especially the southeast area of the city. City flood control operations are in effect. Flood waters approach the Babe Ruth Baseball Diamond.
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 20, 1959 | 23.9 ft | — |
| Jan 5, 2005 | 20.3 ft | — |
| Jan 5, 2004 | 19 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NKOO1
River
North Fork Licking River (OH)
County
Licking, OH
Coordinates
40.0539°N, 82.3922°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Fork Licking River (OH) at Newark (Ohio Street)?
The North Fork Licking River (OH) at Newark (Ohio Street) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03146405) 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 North Fork Licking River (OH) at Newark (Ohio Street)?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when North Fork Licking River (OH) rises?
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Where is the North Fork Licking River (OH) at Newark (Ohio Street) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Licking County, Ohio at coordinates 40.0539°N, 82.3922°W. USGS site number: 03146405. 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 and City of Newark
- Stage may be affected by ice.