Major Flood
29 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
26 ft
Minor Flood
19.5 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29.3 ft
Several US...State and most county highways are closed.
28 ft
Water approaches the top guardrail of the Hwy S43 bridge.
25 ft
Water approaches the road surface of the Hwy S43 bridge.
23 ft
Erosion damage may occur along Hwy S43.
22.5 ft
Water affects the approaches to the Hwy S43 bridge.
22 ft
Water approaches the underside of the Hwy S43 bridge.
21 ft
Water affects the low portions of Hwy S43.
19.8 ft
Wate affects 450th St.
18 ft
Water affects about 18000 acres.
16 ft
Water affects about 5000 acres.
15 ft
Water affects nearby lowland areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 1992 | 29.32 ft | 37,700 cfs |
| Jul 3, 1981 | 23.14 ft | 16,600 cfs |
| Feb 29, 1960 | 23 ft | 15,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chariton River near Chariton?
The Chariton River near Chariton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06903400) 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 Chariton River near Chariton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chariton River near Chariton is 19.5 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chariton River rises?
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Where is the Chariton River near Chariton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lucas County, Iowa at coordinates 40.9520°N, 93.2599°W. USGS site number: 06903400. 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