Major Flood
20 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Widespread flooding of homes occurs along Licking View Drive and several adjacent subdivisions, as well as some flooding of homes along and near Irving Wick Drive East. Significant flooding of homes along and near Amber Lane occurs. Flooding of about half of Holly Park Estates occurs.
21 ft
Water at least one foot deep affects all but the northern extent of Glenwood subdivision, as well as Huron Drive West, Livingston Court, with some water affecting Huron Drive. Most of Licking View Drive is under water with several homes along Licking View near Creekview Drive flooded. Homes along Hopewell are flooded. Homes along and near Amber Lane are flooded, with water approaching homes from a flooded Irving Wick Drive East. Homes along Holly Park Drive and Roberston Drive Southeast are flooded.
20 ft
This is very close to the FEMA 1 percent flood. Extensive flooding along Licking View Drive, with water reaching to several homes within the Glenwood subdivision area along Woodsedge Circle, Hillview and Wildwood Courts. Most of Huron Drive West, some of Huron Drive, and Creekview Drives are affected. Homes along Hopewell Drive incur flooding, as well as Roberston Drive SE and Holly Park Estates. Water covers portions of Irving Wick Drive East and the southeast side of the Heath High Stadium.
19 ft
Much of Licking View Drive is flooded, with water approaching homes along Licking View near Creekview Drive. Homes are impacted near Hillview Court, Huron Drive West, Livingston Court and Wildwood Court. Irving Wick Drive East is flooded near the river. Hoback Park and Forry Reserve are covered by several feet of water. Robertson Drive Southeast is flooded, as well as Holly Park Estate.
18 ft
Water covers properties along Licking View Drive, especially near Hopewell Drive. Several properties along Licking View Drive are flooded, though no structures are flooded. Portions of South Fork Road near Irving Wick Drive are flooded, as well as Hobak Park and Forry Preserve, with water crossing Licking View Drive and approaching the football stadium behind Heath High School.
17 ft
Some areas of Licking View Drive near Livingston Court are flooded. The soccer and baseball fields of Hobak Park are also flooded.
16 ft
Water inundates low areas of Hobak Park and approaches portions of Licking View Drive.
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 20, 2020 | 21.06 ft | 17,126 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2024 | 18.7 ft | 11,952 cfs |
| Jul 13, 2017 | 17.79 ft | 9,373 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
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About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SFHO1
River
South Fork Licking River (OH)
County
Licking, OH
Coordinates
40.0375°N, 82.4133°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Licking River (OH) near Heath?
The South Fork Licking River (OH) near Heath gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03145173) 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 South Fork Licking River (OH) near Heath?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Licking River (OH) near Heath is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Licking River (OH) rises?
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Where is the South Fork Licking River (OH) near Heath gauge located?
The gauge is located in Licking County, Ohio at coordinates 40.0375°N, 82.4133°W. USGS site number: 03145173. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.
- River Forecasts typically include ONLY 2 days of future rain from <u>forecast issuance time</u> (lower right of graph). Occasionally 3 days of future rain included.