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River Bottom Water Level

Live gauge height for River Bottom, measured at USGS station APPLE RIVER NEAR HANOVER, IL (6.9 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
4.31 ft
Updated 35 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.19 ft
30-day avg: 4.50 ft
Streamflow
131 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-09-16Range: 4.12–6.40 ft2026-10-15

River Bottom is currently 0.2 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 River Bottom (3)

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River Bottom Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of River Bottom today?

The USGS gauge for River Bottom (APPLE RIVER NEAR HANOVER, IL) currently reads a gauge height of 4.31 feet, 0.2 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is River Bottom high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, River Bottom is 0.2 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on River Bottom?

BoatLaunchMap lists 3 boat ramps on River Bottom, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 05419000. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.