Ivy River near Marshall
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 12.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 15.5 ft; moderate flooding begins at 16.5 ft; major flooding begins at 19.0 ft.
| Action stage | 12.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 15.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 16.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 19.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 17.2 ft on Jan 14, 1995 (historic crest)
- 16.0 ft on Jun 1, 1876 (historic crest)
- 15.2 ft on Jan 27, 1996 (historic crest)
- 14.6 ft on Jan 8, 1998 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 1.0 ft | 1.0 GENERAL WIDESPREAD RAIN IN 12 HOUR TOOK RIVER UP FROM 3.2 FT TO 5.9 FT |
|---|---|
| 12.0 ft | LOW LYING AREAS AND PARTS OF IVY ROAD NEAR THE RIVER WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD. |
| 14.5 ft | LOW AREAS ALONG IVY RIVER ROAD NEAR THE RIVER WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD. |
| 16.0 ft | PARTS OF IVY RIVER ROAD ALONG THE RIVER WILL FLOOD. |
| 17.5 ft | HOMES ALONG THE RIVER WILL BE EFFECTED. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Lower Mississippi River Forecast Center.
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