Is the Rocky Fork flooding?

Ohio · 3 gauges · Ohio river levels

The Rocky Fork is tracked by 3 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 Rocky Fork is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 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 Rocky Fork near Barretts Mills OH. The highest level ever recorded there was 15.56 ft on 6 March 1945, carrying 13,200 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1940 (86 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.07 ft, 11.5 ft below that record.

Drains 140 sq mi · gauge elevation 770 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Rocky Fork at Gahanna, OHNo current data
Rocky Fork at Lucas OHNo flood stage defined4.04 ft
Rocky Fork near Barretts Mills OHNo flood stage defined4.07 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.