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Hill Slough Water Level

Live gauge height for Hill Slough, measured at USGS station ILLINOIS RIVER AT FLORENCE, IL (6.5 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
20.31 ft
Updated 50 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.74 ft
30-day avg: 21.05 ft
Water temperature
82°F

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 16.7124.73 ft2026-09-01

Hill Slough is currently 0.7 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Hill Slough (2)

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Hill Slough Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Hill Slough today?

The USGS gauge for Hill Slough (ILLINOIS RIVER AT FLORENCE, IL) currently reads a gauge height of 20.31 feet, 0.7 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Hill Slough high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Hill Slough is 0.7 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Hill Slough?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on Hill Slough, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 05586300. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.