Is the St. Joseph River flooding?
The St. Joseph River is tracked by 4 USGS streamgauges in Indiana. 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 St. Joseph River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the St. Joseph River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Indiana river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph River at Elkhart, IN | No flooding | 19.01 ft | 24 ft | |
| St. Joseph River at South Bend, IN | No flooding | 1.37 ft | 5.5 ft | |
| St. Joseph River near Fort Wayne, IN | No flooding | 2.61 ft | 12 ft | |
| St. Joseph River at Parnell Av at Fort Wayne, IN | No flood stage defined | 6.92 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.