Rayse Creek Near Waltonville flow report
As of July 15, 2026, Rayse Creek Near Waltonville is flowing at 2 cfs with a gage height of 1.05 ft, receding 21% over the past 24 hours. Source: USGS gauge #05595730, refreshed throughout the day.
Historical Data
Rayse Creek Near Waltonville at a glance
How Rayse Creek Near Waltonville is running right now, where it sits on the map, and the key gauge stats.
Rayse Creek Near Waltonville is flowing at 2 cfs, with the water sitting 1.05 ft at the gage. Flow is down 21% since yesterday as the gauge recedes.
This is USGS gauge #05595730 in Illinois. Over the past 10 days the average has been 3 cfs, peaking at 10 cfs.
For real-time updates and historical context, see the realtime view or the historical comparison. Browse other gauges in the Illinois flow report.
Streamflow Forecast
Over the next 5 days, Rayse Creek Near Waltonville is expected to recede from today's 2 cfs, toward roughly 1 cfs by 2026-07-19 (likely range 0-11 cfs) -- drier than normal for the date.
Powered by PULSE — Snoflo’s forecast engine, trained on this gauge’s full record of storms, snowmelt, and dry spells.
How does this compare to past years?
Year-over-year overlay, annual peak discharge, the full distribution of daily flows on record, and the gauge's rating curve.
Weather Forecast
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day forecast
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Rayse Creek Near Waltonville
The creek's flow is primarily from groundwater and rainfall, with potential tributaries including the Big Muddy River and other small streams. There are no major dams on the creek. Seasonal trends show that the creek's flow is highest in the spring due to snowmelt and rainfall, and lowest in the summer and fall. An interesting fact about the hydrology of the creek is that it is part of the larger Kaskaskia River watershed, which spans over 16,000 square miles in Illinois and Missouri.
Nearby streamflow levels
Cross-check Rayse Creek Near Waltonville's discharge against nearby gauges to spot whether the change here is local or regional.
| Gauge | Streamflow |
|---|---|
| Rayse Creek Near Waltonville | 2 cfs |
| Casey Fork At Mount Vernon | 5 cfs |
| Little Crooked Creek Near New Minden | 8 cfs |
| Big Muddy River At Plumfield | 583 cfs |
| Skillet Fork At Wayne City | 22 cfs |
| Kaskaskia River At Carlyle | 3,170 cfs |
Nearby snowpack data
Snowpack at SNOTEL stations near Rayse Creek Near Waltonville. Spring snowmelt is the dominant driver of streamflow in mountain basins -- a deep snowpack upstream means more runoff later in the season.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack |
|---|---|
| Centralia | 0 in |
| De Soto 0.3 Ese | 0 in |
| Mascoutah 1.5 Sse | 0 in |
| Clay City 6sse | 0 in |
| New Burnside 1.8 Ene | 0 in |
| Chester | 0 in |
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River levels & flood safety
- Read the level before you go
- A river that's runnable at one flow can be deadly at another. Check current discharge and gage height — like the values shown above — against the flood-stage thresholds, and remember levels can spike fast after rain or a dam release.
- Respect cold water
- Snowmelt rivers run cold even in summer. Sudden immersion triggers cold-water shock and saps strength within minutes. Wear a PFD, dress for the water temperature (not the air), and never wade or paddle alone.
- Watch for swiftwater hazards
- Strainers (downed trees), undercut rocks, and low-head dams are the deadliest features on moving water. High, fast, muddy water hides them. If in doubt, scout from shore and portage.
- Mind flash floods & releases
- Narrow canyons can flood from a storm miles upstream, and dam-controlled reaches can rise without warning. Know the forecast, the release schedule, and your exit before you launch.
Track Rayse Creek Near Waltonville in the Snoflo app
Save this gauge as a favorite, set push alerts when streamflow crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Rayse Creek Near Waltonville crosses 5,000 cfs"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment USGS reports the crossing.
About Rayse Creek Near Waltonville
Where does the streamflow data for Rayse Creek Near Waltonville come from?
Discharge, gage height, and water temperature come directly from the USGS streamflow gauge 05595730. Snoflo refreshes the time series throughout the day. Forecasts come from the NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
USGS gauges report continuously (typically every 15 minutes). Snoflo pulls fresh values throughout the day — look for the "as of" timestamp on the streamflow hero card.
What's the difference between discharge and gage height?
Discharge (cubic feet per second, or cfs) is the volume of water flowing past the gauge each second. Gage height is how high the water sits at the gauge (feet). They're related by a rating curve specific to each gauge — higher water means more flow, but the exact ratio depends on channel shape.
How is "percent of median" calculated?
Today's discharge is compared to the historical median discharge on this calendar day across the gauge's full record. 100% = right on median; 200% = a very high year; 30% = a drought-level low.
What are flood stages, and is this river safe right now?
Flood stages are NWS-defined gage-height thresholds — Action, Minor, Moderate, Major — marking when nearby roads or floodplains start to be affected. "Safe" depends on your activity and skill: a level that's a fun paddle for an expert can be lethal for a wader. Always check the current level against the thresholds above and the safety links, and when in doubt, stay off the water.
Can I get alerts when Rayse Creek Near Waltonville rises?
Yes — flow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this gauge, set a streamflow threshold (e.g. "alert me when discharge crosses 5,000 cfs"), and you'll get a push the moment USGS reports the crossing.
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