Major Flood
42 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RNOO1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
41 ft
Minor Flood
37 ft
Action Stage
35 ft
What Floods at Each Level
42 ft
Ohio Route 7 near Reno and Lower Newport is flooded. Areas around Cow Creek near Willow Island are flooded.
41 ft
Water starts to inundate Ohio Route 7 in the Reno area.
37 ft
Ohio State Route 7, Township Road 443, and Township Road 19 at Newell Run and Lenards Landing floods.
36 ft
Ohio Route 7 starts to flood at Collins Run, just south of Matamoras.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2004 | 44.78 ft | — |
| Jan 7, 2005 | 42.9 ft | — |
| Apr 5, 2024 | 41.32 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RNOO1
River
Ohio River
County
Washington, OH
Coordinates
39.3603°N, 81.3208°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ohio River at Willow Island Lock?
The Ohio River at Willow Island Lock gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Ohio River at Willow Island Lock?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ohio River at Willow Island Lock is 37 feet. Action stage begins at 35 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 41 feet, and major flooding at 42 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ohio River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ohio River at Willow Island Lock to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Ohio River at Willow Island Lock gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Ohio at coordinates 39.3603°N, 81.3208°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- 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.