Major Flood
38 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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
37 ft
Minor Flood
36 ft
Action Stage
33 ft
What Floods at Each Level
44.7 ft
Water approaches the top of the curb of the 543rd St bridge.
38 ft
Water affects the east approach to the 543rd St bridge.
35.5 ft
Water affects 285th Ave near Sedan Bottoms...or just east of the intersection of 285th Ave and 570th St.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 1947 | 45 ft | — |
| Aug 24, 2007 | 37.94 ft | 21,200 cfs |
| Jul 20, 2010 | 37.12 ft | 14,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MOLI4
River
Chariton River
County
Appanoose, IA
Coordinates
40.6925°N, 92.7726°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chariton River near Moulton?
The Chariton River near Moulton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06904010) 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 Moulton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chariton River near Moulton is 36 feet. Action stage begins at 33 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 37 feet, and major flooding at 38 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chariton River rises?
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Where is the Chariton River near Moulton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Appanoose County, Iowa at coordinates 40.6925°N, 92.7726°W. USGS site number: 06904010. 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