Scioto River at Larue
Marion County, Ohio
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 22 ft
River gage flooded. Historic flooding in La Rue.
- 17.8 ft
Record flood. Most of La Rue inundated with severe damage to many homes and property.
- 17 ft
FEMA 0.2 percent flood level.
- 15.5 ft
FEMA 1 percent flood level.
- 14.5 ft
Major flood losses in the Village of La Rue expected. Many roads become inundated. Floodwaters effectively surround the town. The river will flood portions of northern La Rue which will affect lower areas in the center of the city. Southern portions of the town also affected. Several access roads inundated.
- 14 ft
River out of banks in La Rue. Water will spread into Front Street and West School Street. Access in and out of La Rue cut off in Several areas.
- 13 ft
River at bankfull in the Village of La Rue. Widespread flooding on area roads including School Street.
- 12 ft
Flooding occurs in lowland areas south of the Village of La Rue. Roads inundated include High Street, Larue Prospect Road, and parts of Vine Street.
- 11 ft
Flooding occurs in agricultural areas near the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 25, 1913 | 17.8 ft | — |
| Mar 4, 1963 | 15.95 ft | — |
| Jan 20, 1959 | 15.3 ft | 16,300 cfs |
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