Is the Vermilion River flooding?

Illinois · 3 gauges · Illinois river levels

The Vermilion 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 Vermilion River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 3 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 Vermilion River near Danville, IL. The highest level ever recorded there was 31.56 ft on 13 April 1994, carrying 47,900 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1915 (104 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.41 ft, 28.1 ft below that record.

Drains 1,290 sq mi · gauge elevation 504 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Vermilion River near Danville, ILNo flooding3.41 ft18 ft
Vermilion River at Pontiac, ILNo flooding3.25 ft14 ft
Vermilion River near Leonore, ILNo flooding3.86 ft16 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.