Major Flood
15 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7.1 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16.5 ft
WATER REACHES THE BRIDGE DECK ON STATE ROUTE 150. WATER SURROUNDS HOMES DOWN STREAM OF THE THE BUCKEYE LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL.
12 ft
WATER COVERS PARTS OF PECK STREET, STERN DRIVE AND SHEAR STREET NEAR BUCKEYE LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL.
9 ft
SHORT CREEK OVERFLOWS ITS BANKS ONTO CONNERVILLE BYPASS. WATER ALSO FLOODS PARTS OF THE BUCKEYE LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC FIELDS.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 1990 | 12.27 ft | 8,200 cfs |
| Feb 18, 2022 | 11.43 ft | 6,603 cfs |
| Mar 20, 2020 | 11.4 ft | 6,549 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Short Creek near Dillonvale?
The Short Creek near Dillonvale gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03111500) 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 Short Creek near Dillonvale?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Short Creek near Dillonvale is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7.1 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Short Creek rises?
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Where is the Short Creek near Dillonvale gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Ohio at coordinates 40.1933°N, 80.7344°W. USGS site number: 03111500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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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.