South Fork Licking River (OH) near Hebron
Ohio — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Licking County, Ohio on the South Fork Licking River (OH). Live water level data from USGS gauge 03145000, 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16.5 ft
Significant flooding of homes in Greenbrier Village Mobile Home Park occurs, as well as significant flooding of homes and property near the river along Ridgely Tract Road with water several feet deep in these areas. Flooding also occurs along Mill Dam Road, with property flooded and some homes incurring flooding.
15 ft
Flood waters of 1 to 3 feet deep inundate the Greenbriar Village mobile home community. A long stretch of Ridgely Tract Road from the river westward to near Route 79 is flooded.
14 ft
This river level is approximately equal to that of the FEMA 1 percent flood elevation. Much of the floodplain is inundated, with homes along Mill Dam Road flooded, as well as significant flooding of the Greenbriar Estates Mobile Home Park. Significant flooding of homes along Ridgely Tract Road also occurs.
13 ft
Backwater creek flooding surrounds several homes in Greenbriar Estates Mobile Home Park, with water threatening the main level of a few homes closest to the creek. Flooding along Mill Dam Road may be several feet deep in some areas between Route 40 and Interstate 70. Water on Ridgely Tract Road may be several feet deep, with water flooding some homes in this area.
12 ft
Water spills onto sections of Mill Dam Road. Backwater creek flooding from the South Fork of the Licking River also occurs in the Greenbriar Estates Mobile Home Park, with water beginning to surround some homes along Greenbriar Lane East but not entering the main levels.
11.5 ft
Backwater flooding begins near the Greenbriar Village Mobile Home Park, with water approaching the yards behind homes along Greenbriar Lane East. Water also covers much of Ridgely Tract Road between Route 79 and the South Fork, covering yards and surrounding two homes in this area.
11 ft
Minor flooding along Ridgely Tract Road occurs.
9.5 ft
Water extends onto portions of Ridgely Tract Road.
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 21, 2020 | 12.64 ft | 5,353 cfs |
| Mar 21, 2020 | 12.64 ft | 5,353 cfs |
| Jan 20, 1959 | 12.4 ft | 5,880 cfs |
| Jan 20, 1959 | 12.4 ft | 5,880 cfs |
| Jul 27, 1997 | 12.27 ft | 5,050 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
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About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BEEO1
River
South Fork Licking River (OH)
County
Licking, OH
Coordinates
39.9887°N, 82.4749°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Licking River (OH) near Hebron?
The South Fork Licking River (OH) near Hebron gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03145000) 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 Hebron?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Licking River (OH) near Hebron is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
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Where is the South Fork Licking River (OH) near Hebron gauge located?
The gauge is located in Licking County, Ohio at coordinates 39.9887°N, 82.4749°W. USGS site number: 03145000. 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.