Mississippi River at Rock Island
Illinois — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rock Island County, Illinois on the Mississippi River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RCKI2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
18 ft
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Water reaches the top of the flood walls and levees in Bettendorf, Rock Island, and East Moline.
27.5 ft
Water affects Moline's water treatment plant.
27 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Arsenal Bridge deck.
26 ft
Water reaches the top of the lowest section of the flood wall at Leach Park in Bettendorf.
25.7 ft
Water affects many residences and businesses in the vicinity of State Street and 8th Street in Bettendorf.
25 ft
Water reaches the top of the lowest section of Rock Island's flood wall in the District.
24 ft
Water affects the main concourse of the River's Edge Center. In Riverdale, water is at floor level in the Arconic plant.
23.6 ft
Water affects ramps at the bus station in Davenport.
23.5 ft
Water affects Davenport's Water Pollution Control Plant.
23 ft
Water is over Davenport's River Drive from South Concord to Tremont. In Moline, water affects The Vibrant Arena at the Mark parking lot. Water also affects Rock Island's Centennial Expressway in unprotected areas.
22.7 ft
Water is at the base of the south employee entrance of the Quad City Times building.
22.5 ft
Water affects Davenport's Rockingham Road and 2nd Street from Division to Gaines, from Pershing to Le Claire and 3rd Street from Fillmore to Warren.
22 ft
Water affects River Drive at the Village of East Davenport. Water is over the seawall at Lindsay Park and Lake Davenport Marinas. Water affects the Davenport approach for the Centennial Bridge. Water affects 3rd Avenue at the John Deere Commons in Moline.
21.5 ft
Water affects the Rock Island Arsenal bridge. Bettendorf's Leach Park is underwater.
21 ft
Water affects the street at Davenport's 2nd Street Post Office main entrance and Marquis Harbor Marina in Moline. In Bettendorf, water affects River Drive between 6th and 8th Streets.
20.7 ft
Flood waters encroach onto the intersection of Beck Avenue, 24th Street, and Rodman Avenue on the west end of Rock Island Arsenal under the railroad bridge and may impact access to the Arsenal.
20.5 ft
Water is at the foundations of Davenport's Union Station and the freight house building.
20 ft
Water affects the River's Edge parking lot. Water is over the top of the jetty at Lindsay Park Yacht Club. Water affects buildings at Sunset Marina in Rock Island and Moline's River Drive from the 2300 to 5500 block.
19.98 ft
Lock and Dam 15 is closed.
19.5 ft
Water is at field level at Modern Woodmen Park. Water affects the Quad City Times parking lot and Bettendorf's River Drive between 6th and 8th Streets.
19 ft
Water affects Rock Islands Sunset Marina parking lot and River Drive in Moline from the 2700 to 4800 block. Davenports Le Claire Park is entirely underwater. Water affects most of River Drive from Division to Federal. Water is also at the base of the loading docks of the 2nd Street Post Office.
18.5 ft
Water surrounds Modern Woodmen Park.
18 ft
Water affects sections of River Drive in downtown Davenport from Gaines Street to 4th Street. Water affects 2nd Street at Iowa Street. Most of Le Claire Park is under water. Water affects Credit Island.
17.5 ft
Water affects the railroad tracks in downtown Davenport and River Drive, Pershing Avenue, and Federal Street. Water affects Bettendorf's Leach Park.
17 ft
Water is over most of Davenport's Le Claire Park and lower parking lots.
16.5 ft
Water affects Credit Island Lane in Davenport and the 4700 block of River Drive in Moline. Water is at the base of the flood wall gates at the downtown Rock Island riverfront.
16 ft
Water affects sidewalks along the river at Le Claire Park. Water also affects Credit Island Lane and Moline's River Drive in the 4700 block.
15.5 ft
Water affects Le Claire Park.
15 ft
Water affects several sections of South Concord Street south of River Drive in Davenport and is at the foundations of several homes on Enchanted Island. Water also affects industries along the river at the south end of Davenport.
13.5 ft
Water affects the lowest section of South Concord Street south of River Drive in Davenport and affects other sections in the same area. Water affects the lowest sections of the Enchanted Island causeway.
13 ft
Water affects the lowest sections of both South Concord Street south of River Drive and onto the Enchanted Island causeway in Davenport. Water also surrounds some houses along South Concord Street south of River Drive.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2019 | 22.7 ft | — |
| May 1, 2019 | 22.7 ft | — |
| Jul 8, 1993 | 22.63 ft | — |
| Jul 8, 1993 | 22.63 ft | — |
| Apr 27, 1965 | 22.48 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RCKI2
River
Mississippi River
County
Rock Island, IL
Coordinates
41.5178°N, 90.5619°W
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What is the current water level of Mississippi River at Rock Island?
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What is flood stage for Mississippi River at Rock Island?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mississippi River at Rock Island is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
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Where is the Mississippi River at Rock Island gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rock Island County, Illinois at coordinates 41.5178°N, 90.5619°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.