RIVER GAUGE · OTTAWA RIVER
Ottawa River at University of Toledo
Lucas County, Ohio
Water level2.71 ft
Flow24 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action14 ft
Minor flood14.5 ft
Moderate flood15.5 ft
Major flood17 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 17 ft
Parts of West Rocket Drive flooded. Large portion of golf course adjacent to Ottawa Park inundated.
- 15.5 ft
Some University of Toledo buildings inundated including Stadium Drive and sports complex. Portions of Bancroft Street flooded and businesses along it inundated. Portions of Ottawa Drive flooded.
- 14.5 ft
University of Toledo parking facilities inundated. Portions of North Towerview Boulevard under water. Some businesses along Indian River Road.
- 14 ft
River at bankfull.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 1982 | 14.54 ft | 3,950 cfs |
| Mar 10, 2009 | 13.94 ft | 3,240 cfs |
| Mar 21, 1978 | 13.7 ft | 3,330 cfs |
More on Ottawa River
UpstreamTenmile Creek at Silica ↗
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