RIVER GAUGE · CEDAR CREEK
Cedar Creek near Bussey
Marion County, Iowa
Water level6.49 ft
Flow459 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action16 ft
Minor flood25 ft
Moderate flood30 ft
Major flood32 ft
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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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