River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS OWBK2
In brief
The Ohio River at Owensboro, KY read 20.12 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 3.88 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge OWBK2
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54.80 ft | 1937-01-29 |
| 2 | 49.70 ft | 1945-03-11 |
| 3 | 49.50 ft | 1964-03-15 |
| 4 | 49.30 ft | 1913-04-01 |
| 5 | 49.00 ft | 1997-03-09 |
| 6 | 47.72 ft | 2025-04-11 |
| 7 | 47.30 ft | 2018-02-28 |
| 8 | 47.00 ft | 1948-04-20 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Bottomland begins to flood.
Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly bottomland and surrounding low lying areas.
Parts of Smothers Park may flood.
Moderate flooding occurs affecting the lowest land in Owensboro well back from the river due to sewers backing up.
This flood will exceed the highest stage on record. Large amounts of property damage can be expected. Evacuation of many homes and businesses becomes necessary.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Ohio River at Owensboro is at 20.12 ft, 3.88 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 24 ft, minor flooding 40 ft, moderate flooding 44 ft and major flooding 49 ft.
The highest crest on record is 54.8 ft, on 1937-01-29.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge OWBK2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.