Major Flood
32 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
30 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Water approaches the underside of the Iowa 156 bridge.
27.5 ft
Water affects Iowa 156 east of bridge.
26 ft
Water affects Iowa 156 in areas west and east of bridge.
25 ft
Flooding approaches Iowa 156 in low areas and affects rural gravel roads near the creek.
23 ft
Widespread agricultural flooding occurs.
18 ft
Water affects primarily agricultural land. The town of Bussey is situated on locally high ground and is generally not affected by flooding.
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 2, 1982 | 34.61 ft | 96,000 cfs |
| Jun 24, 2015 | 31.07 ft | 39,500 cfs |
| Apr 17, 2013 | 30.19 ft | 49,200 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cedar Creek near Bussey?
The Cedar Creek near Bussey gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05489000) 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 Cedar Creek near Bussey?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cedar Creek near Bussey is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cedar Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cedar Creek near Bussey 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 Cedar Creek near Bussey gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Iowa at coordinates 41.2191°N, 92.9088°W. USGS site number: 05489000. 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