Major Flood
15 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
12.5 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Water affects much of New Hartford. Water may also affect Beaver Valley St north of town.
15.6 ft
Water affects multiple county roads. Flood protection efforts may occur in Shell Rock.
15 ft
Water goes over the primary berms and into portions of New Hartford. Water affects low areas in Shell Rock. Water also affects the Greene City Park.
13 ft
Water affects the lowest portions of New Hartford and affects some of the lowest roads.
12.7 ft
IA 57 is closed west of New Hartford.
12.3 ft
Water affects Ridge Ave near IA 57 west of town. Water also affects IA 14 north of Parkersburg near the Beaver Meadows golf course.
11.6 ft
Water affects some driveways and camping spots at nearby campgrounds.
11 ft
Extensive agricultural flooding occurs south of town.
9 ft
Water goes over the river banks and into the woods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 7, 2008 | 15.71 ft | 25,900 cfs |
| Jun 24, 2013 | 15.24 ft | 19,400 cfs |
| Jun 12, 1947 | 13.5 ft | 18,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Beaver Creek at New Hartford?
The Beaver Creek at New Hartford gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05463000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Beaver Creek at New Hartford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Beaver Creek at New Hartford is 12.5 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Beaver Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Beaver Creek at New Hartford to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Beaver Creek at New Hartford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Butler County, Iowa at coordinates 42.5720°N, 92.6183°W. USGS site number: 05463000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey