Major Flood
17 ft
Current Water Level
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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
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Water reaches the road surface of the NW 70th Ave bridge.
22.4 ft
Water affects the low part of the west approach to the NW 70th Ave bridge.
18 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the NW 70th Ave bridge deck.
16 ft
Water affects the east approach of the NW 70th Ave bridge.
14 ft
Water affects Hwy R22 south of Iowa 141 as well as Hwy F31 west of Granger.
12 ft
The west river bank overflows just south of the NW 70th Ave bridge.
10 ft
Water flows through the pedestrian underpass at NW 62nd St.
9 ft
Beaver Creek goes out of its banks at the meanders just north of NW 62nd St.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 1993 | 16.58 ft | 14,300 cfs |
| Aug 10, 2010 | 14.9 ft | 7,960 cfs |
| Jun 29, 1986 | 14.73 ft | 7,980 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Beaver Creek near Grimes?
The Beaver Creek near Grimes gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05481950) 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 near Grimes?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Beaver Creek near Grimes is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Beaver Creek rises?
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Where is the Beaver Creek near Grimes gauge located?
The gauge is located in Polk County, Iowa at coordinates 41.6883°N, 93.7347°W. USGS site number: 05481950. 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