Major Flood
19 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Widespread flooding occurs in the northwest...southwest and southeast parts of Waverly. Water also affects Bremer Ave.
15 ft
Water affects northwest parts of Waverly between Bremer Ave and 5th Ave NW...and between the Cedar River and 6th St NW. Water also affects portions of 3rd St SE and 4th St SE near the southeast Elementary School.
13 ft
Water affects Cedar Lane and 7th Ave SE near 1st St SW.
12 ft
Water affects 1st St NW by Kohlmann Park.
11.5 ft
Water affects lowlands of city parks in Waverly as well as the low parts of 1st St NW by Kohlmann Park.
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 9, 2008 | 19.33 ft | 52,600 cfs |
| Sep 23, 2016 | 13.34 ft | — |
| Sep 18, 2004 | 13.16 ft | 25,200 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cedar River at Waverly?
The Cedar River at Waverly gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05458300) 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 River at Waverly?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cedar River at Waverly is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cedar River rises?
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Where is the Cedar River at Waverly gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bremer County, Iowa at coordinates 42.7372°N, 92.4701°W. USGS site number: 05458300. 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