Is the Grand River flooding?

Ohio · 2 gauges · Ohio river levels

The Grand River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Ohio. 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 Grand River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 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 Ohio river levels.

data refreshed 12 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 Grand River near Painesville OH. The highest level ever recorded there was 19.35 ft on 28 July 2006, carrying 35,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1975 (51 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.11 ft, 17.2 ft below that record.

Drains 685 sq mi · gauge elevation 596 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Grand River near Painesville OH	No flooding	2.11 ft	12.5 ft	2 hours ago
Grand River at Harpersfield OH	No current data	—	—	—

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.