RIVER GAUGE · BOONE RIVER
Boone River near Webster City
Hamilton County, Iowa
Water level2.13 ft
Flow124 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action9 ft
Minor flood14 ft
Moderate flood17 ft
Major flood19 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 18 ft
Flooding occurs west of the river to Union St and east to Elm St.
- 16 ft
Flooding occurs along both river banks in the east part of town.
- 14 ft
Water affects some residential areas near the river in Webster City.
- 12 ft
Widespread agricultural land flooding occurs.
- 11 ft
Water affects low-lying areas in close proximity to the river.
- 10.5 ft
Water crosses the city walking path just south of the 2nd St bridge and also over the walkway just north of the Bank St bridge.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 1918 | 19.1 ft | 21,500 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1954 | 18.55 ft | 20,300 cfs |
| Jun 27, 2010 | 18.17 ft | 20,700 cfs |
More on Boone River
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