Major Flood
15.5 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
FEMA 0.2 percent flood level. This is very dangerous situation. Residents in Key Harbor, Vermilion and Olympic Outing Parks should begin evacuation procedures immediately.
15.5 ft
Floodwaters will approach U.S. Route 6. Residents living along the Vermilion River should be prepared for major flood losses.
14 ft
FEMA 1 percent flood level. Significant flooding can be expected from Mill Hollow Park north to Lake Erie. This may require some evacuations in Vermilion River Park and the Olympic Outing Club areas.
10 ft
Lowland flooding will occur in Mill Hollow Park.
9.5 ft
State Route 60 in Huron County inundated.
9 ft
Riverside Drive in Vermilion inundated. State Route 60 in Huron County threatened.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 1969 | 17.14 ft | 40,800 cfs |
| Dec 14, 1977 | 16.33 ft | — |
| Mar 3, 1979 | 16.13 ft | 11,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VERO1
River
Vermilion River
County
Lorain, OH
Coordinates
41.3820°N, 82.3168°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Vermilion River near Mill Hollow MP?
The Vermilion River near Mill Hollow MP gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04199500) 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 Vermilion River near Mill Hollow MP?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Vermilion River near Mill Hollow MP is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 15.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Vermilion River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Vermilion River near Mill Hollow MP to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Vermilion River near Mill Hollow MP gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lorain County, Ohio at coordinates 41.3820°N, 82.3168°W. USGS site number: 04199500. 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.