Is the Big Blue River flooding?

Indiana · 2 gauges · Indiana river levels

The Big Blue River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Indiana. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Big Blue River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Indiana river levels.

data refreshed 3 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Big Blue River at Shelbyville, IN. The highest level ever recorded there was 20.20 ft in March 1913. Peak records there go back to 1913 (82 annual peaks). It is currently at 5.10 ft, 15.1 ft below that record.

Drains 421 sq mi · gauge elevation 737 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Big Blue River at Carthage, INNo flooding0.90 ft7 ft
Big Blue River at Shelbyville, INNo flooding5.10 ft13 ft
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.