Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
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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
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Homes on Rainbow and Metropolitan Drive in Olmsted Falls threatened. Agricultural lands and golf course in Columbia Station inudnated. Portions of North Royalton flooded and many tributaries are backed up.
7.5 ft
Bankfull stage.
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 24, 1913 | 20.9 ft | — |
| Jun 28, 1924 | 18.6 ft | 21,400 cfs |
| Jan 21, 1959 | 14.1 ft | 17,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rocky River at Berea?
The Rocky River at Berea gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04201500) 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 Rocky River at Berea?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rocky River at Berea is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rocky River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Rocky River at Berea 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 Rocky River at Berea gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio at coordinates 41.4075°N, 81.8826°W. USGS site number: 04201500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: West Branch Rocky River at West View
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.