Is the Nb Chicago River flooding?

Illinois · 3 gauges · Illinois river levels

The Nb Chicago River is tracked by 3 USGS streamgauges in Illinois. 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 Nb Chicago River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 3 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 Illinois 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 Nb Chicago River at Albany Avenue at Chicago, IL. The highest level ever recorded there was 8.81 ft on 18 April 2013, carrying 4,850 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1990 (27 annual peaks).

Drains 113 sq mi · gauge elevation 581 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Nb Chicago River at N Pulaski Road at Chicago, ILNo flooding12.73 ft18 ft
Nb Chicago River at Grand Avenue at Chicago, ILNo flooding-2.04 ft3 ft
Nb Chicago River at Albany Avenue at Chicago, ILNo 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.