Scioto River at Larue
Ohio — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Marion County, Ohio on the Scioto River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03217500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
14 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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.
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 25, 1913 | 17.8 ft | — |
| Mar 25, 1913 | 17.8 ft | — |
| Mar 4, 1963 | 15.95 ft | — |
| Mar 4, 1963 | 15.95 ft | — |
| Jan 20, 1959 | 15.3 ft | 16,300 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Scioto River at Larue?
The Scioto River at Larue gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03217500) 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 Scioto River at Larue?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Scioto River at Larue is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
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Where is the Scioto River at Larue gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Ohio at coordinates 40.5719°N, 83.3842°W. USGS site number: 03217500. 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