Big Muddy River below Rend Lake near Benton, IL
Is Big Muddy River below Rend Lake near Benton, IL flooding right now?
Big Muddy River below Rend Lake near Benton, IL measured 7.46 ft on 2026-09-22 21:00:00 UTC. No NWS minor flood stage is published for this gauge.
Gauge height
7.46 ft
Streamflow
33 cfs
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Big Muddy River at Plumfield, IL | 9.9 mi | Franklin County |
| Big Muddy Subimpoundment near Waltonville, IL | 10.6 mi | Jefferson County |
| Middle Fork Big Muddy River near Macedonia, IL | 11.0 mi | Franklin County |
| Casey Fork Subimpoundment near Bonnie, IL | 11.2 mi | Jefferson County |
| Rayse Creek near Waltonville, IL | 16.3 mi | Jefferson County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.