Station Name: KANKAKEE RIVER AT DUNNS BRIDGE, IN
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 669 feet

Nearest Address:
1497 S 500 E
Dunns Bridge, IN 46347
Porter County

GPS Coordinates: 41.2200392, -86.968356

Nearby Water Temperatures

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 3:01AM CST until January 24 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:01 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 1:15 PM

* WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills of 15 to 30 below zero expected. * WHERE...In Illinois, Ford and Iroquois Counties. In Indiana, Benton, Jasper, Lake IN, Newton, and Porter Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST /10 AM EST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as few as 10 to 30 minutes.

Limit time outdoors. If you go outdoors, wear appropriate clothing including a hat and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:04PM CST until January 24 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 12:04 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 10:15 PM

* WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills of 15 to 30 below zero expected. * WHERE...In Illinois, Ford and Iroquois Counties. In Indiana, Benton, Jasper, Lake IN, Newton, and Porter Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST /10 AM EST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as few as 10 to 30 minutes.

Limit time outdoors. If you go outdoors, wear appropriate clothing including a hat and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Special Weather Statement issued January 23 at 11:59AM CST by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 11:59 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:00 PM

Lake effect snow showers will persist over portions of northeastern Porter County this afternoon. With very cold temperatures, the light and fluffy nature of snowfall will result in snow-coated roads, sharply-reduced visibilities, and slick travel conditions, particularly east of Chesterton. Motorists should use caution if traveling across northeast Porter County. Slow down in snow, add extra stopping distance, and give yourself extra time to reach your destination.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 4:09AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Northern Indiana

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:09 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero expected. A few locations west of US 31 could see wind chills as low as 30 below zero briefly this morning. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST /9 AM CST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills during the afternoon today will range from 10 to 20 below zero before falling once again tonight into early Saturday. This morning will be the coldest period, especially for areas west of US 31.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 10:30AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Northern Indiana

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 9:30 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 9:30 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero into early afternoon and 15 to 20 below zero mid afternoon into Saturday morning. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST /9 AM CST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 4:09AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Northern Indiana

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:09 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected. Locations west of IN 15 could see wind chills as low as 25 below zero this morning. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and northwest Ohio. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills during the afternoon will range closer to 10 to 15 below zero before falling again overnight. This morning will be the coldest period.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 10:30AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Northern Indiana

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 9:30 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 9:30 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero into early afternoon and 15 to 20 below zero mid afternoon into Saturday morning. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and northwest Ohio. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 23 at 4:39AM EST until January 25 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Northern Indiana

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:39 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:45 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of around 6 inches are possible for most areas. Areas east of I 69 and south of US 30 have the greatest potential for accumulations exceeding 6 inches. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and northwest Ohio. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 23 at 10:32AM EST until January 25 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Northern Indiana

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 9:32 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 9:45 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of around 6 inches are possible for most areas. Areas east of I 69 and south of US 30 have the greatest potential for accumulations exceeding 6 inches. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and northwest Ohio. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 3:01AM CST until January 24 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:01 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 1:15 PM

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills of 30 to 40 below zero expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, bitterly cold wind chills of 15 to 30 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon CST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from noon today to 9 AM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as few as 10 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coldest wind chills are expected across interior portions of northern Illinois.

Limit time outdoors. If you must go outdoors, dress in multiple layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves. To prevent water pipes from freezing, wrap, drain, or allow them to drip slowly. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 23 at 3:01AM CST until January 23 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:01 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 1:15 PM

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills of 30 to 40 below zero expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, bitterly cold wind chills of 15 to 30 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon CST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from noon today to 9 AM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as few as 10 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coldest wind chills are expected across interior portions of northern Illinois.

Limit time outdoors. If you must go outdoors, dress in multiple layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves. To prevent water pipes from freezing, wrap, drain, or allow them to drip slowly. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:04PM CST until January 24 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 12:04 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 10:15 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 to 30 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 to 30 minutes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors.

Flood Warning issued January 23 at 9:03AM CST by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 9:03 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 3:15 AM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Kankakee River at Momence affecting Kankakee County. For the Kankakee River...including Momence...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Kankakee River from IL/IN state line downstream to confluence with Iroquois River at Aroma Park, including the Momence gauge. * WHEN...From this morning until further notice. * IMPACTS... Localized flooding of wetlands, forest land, agricultural land, and some roadways may occur along the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:45 AM CST Friday the stage was 4.7 feet. The indicated stage was affected by an ice jam located downstream of the gauge. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain near flood stage while the ice jam is in place, with local water level fluctuations possible. - Flood stage is 5.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

An ice jam is affecting water levels in this area. River forecasts during ice jams are less certain due to many complicated factors. Significant river ice cover can cause large water level fluctuations and flooding with little advanced notice. River ice may also cause gauge observations to be inaccurate. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by late tonight.