How long did the flood of 93 last?

The Great Flood of 1993 was wide spread covering nine states and 400,000 square miles, and lasting at some locations for nearly 200 days.

How was the Great Flood of 1993 monitored?

Its occurrence in Mississippi River water was tracked by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in 1991 and 1992 and again in 1993 in response to the flood. Results show that compared to flows in 1991 and 1992, the load (i.e., the total amount trans- ported to the river) was higher in 1993 than in previous years.

When was the biggest flood?

Louis crested at 49.58 feet, the highest stage ever recorded.

• The size and impact of the Great Flood of 1993 was unprecedented and has been considered the most costly and devastating flood to ravage the U.S. in modern history.
• Uniquely extreme weather and hydrologic conditions led to the flood of 1993.

How many people died in the flood of 1993?

50 people
The 1993 midwest flood was one of the most significant and damaging natural disasters ever to hit the United States. Damages totaled $15 billion, 50 people died, hundreds of levees failed, and thousands of people were evacuated, some for months.

When was the 93 flood?

April 1993
Great Flood of 1993/Start dates

Why did the Mississippi River flood in 1993?

The 1993 flood, of the upper Mississippi River, was one of the most significant and damaging natural disasters ever to hit the United States. The cause of this flood was the near continuous rainfall, and wet soil conditions in June and July.

What was the Great Flood of 1993?

Great Flood of 1993. The Great Flood of 1993 (or Great Mississippi and Missouri Rivers Flood of 1993) was a flood that occurred in the Midwestern United States, along the Mississippi and Missouri rivers and their tributaries, from April to October 1993.

When was St . Louis Flood of 1993?

The Great Flood of 1993 (or Great Mississippi and Missouri Rivers Flood of 1993) was a flood that occurred in the Midwestern United States, along the Mississippi and Missouri rivers and their tributaries, from April to October 1993.