Is the Kokosing River flooding?

Ohio · 2 gauges · Ohio river levels

The Kokosing 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 Kokosing 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 Kokosing River at Mount Vernon OH. The highest level ever recorded there was 18.19 ft on 21 January 1959, carrying 38,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1954 (72 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.52 ft, 15.7 ft below that record.

Drains 202 sq mi · gauge elevation 981 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Kokosing River at Mount Vernon OHNo flooding2.52 ft14 ft
Kokosing River near Lucerne OHNo 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.