Is the Hocking River flooding?
The Hocking River is tracked by 4 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 Hocking River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 4 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.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Hocking River below Athens OH. The highest level ever recorded there was 27.00 ft in March 1907, carrying 50,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1873 (82 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hocking River at Enterprise OH | No flooding | 6.88 ft | 12 ft | |
| Hocking River at Athens OH | No flooding | 6.64 ft | 20 ft | |
| Hocking River below Athens OH | No current data | — | — | — |
| Hocking River at Lancaster OH | No flood stage defined | 5.76 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.