Is the Ohio River flooding?
The Ohio River is tracked by 4 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 Ohio 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 Illinois river levels.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Ohio River at Metropolis, IL. The highest level ever recorded there was 61.71 ft on 5 May 2011, carrying 1,260,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1913 (86 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio River at Dam 51 at Golconda, IL | No flooding | 30.26 ft | 40 ft | |
| Ohio River at Smithland Dam, Smithland, KY | No flooding | 12.92 ft | 40 ft | |
| Ohio River at Metropolis, IL | No current data | — | — | — |
| Ohio River at Olmsted, IL | No flood stage defined | 19.20 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.