Vermilion River near Mill Hollow MP
Lorain County, Ohio
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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 |
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