Major Flood
30 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
25 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
disastrous flooding affects suburban and rural lands between Sapulpa and Jenks. Several local highways are closed. Some suburban homes are flooded, while others are surrounded and cut off from access. This is an extremely dangerous and life threatening situation.
30 ft
very severe flooding affects rural lands between Sapulpa and Jenks. Many local roads are closed. Some suburban homes are flooded, and others are surrounded by high water. This is an extremely dangerous and life threatening situation.
28 ft
severe flooding affects pasturelands, oil fields, and county roads between Sapulpa and Jenks. Barns and oil field storage tanks may be flooded. Suburban homes will have water in yards.
26 ft
moderate flooding affects pasturelands and suburban roads between Sapulpa and Jenks. Livestock barns and other outbuildings are flooded.
25 ft
moderate flooding affects pasturelands and oil fields between Sapulpa and the Tulsa County line. Barns and other outbuildings experience minor flooding.
24 ft
widespread flooding affects pasturelands and oil fields between Sapulpa and the Tulsa County line. Barns and other outbuildings may be threatened by minor flooding.
22 ft
minor flooding of pasturelands and oil fields occurs.
21 ft
minor agricultural flooding occurs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 9, 1943 | 33.7 ft | 61,000 cfs |
| Sep 3, 1940 | 32 ft | — |
| May 6, 2000 | 31.7 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Polecat Creek near Sapulpa?
The Polecat Creek near Sapulpa gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07165508) 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 Polecat Creek near Sapulpa?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Polecat Creek near Sapulpa is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Polecat Creek rises?
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Where is the Polecat Creek near Sapulpa gauge located?
The gauge is located in Creek County, Oklahoma at coordinates 35.9883°N, 96.0819°W. USGS site number: 07165508. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.