Major Flood
23 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Water affects the town of Harvey.
23 ft
Portions of Iowa 92 east of Harvey are likely underwater.
22 ft
Water approaches parts of Iowa 92.
20 ft
Water threatens several residences in the vicinity of Bellefontaine and affects rural roads east and southeast of the intersection of Ashland Ave and Water St.
19 ft
Water affects rural gravel roads in the flood plain.
17 ft
Widespread agricultural flooding occurs primarily downstream of Tracy on the north bank.
14 ft
Minimal flooding impacts occur at this level. The town of Tracy is situated on 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 1947 | 26.5 ft | 155,000 cfs |
| May 30, 1903 | 25 ft | 130,000 cfs |
| Jul 11, 1993 | 24.16 ft | 109,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TRCI4
River
Des Moines River
County
Marion, IA
Coordinates
41.2814°N, 92.8608°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Des Moines River near Tracy?
The Des Moines River near Tracy gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05488500) 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 Des Moines River near Tracy?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Des Moines River near Tracy is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Des Moines River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Des Moines River near Tracy 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 Des Moines River near Tracy gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Iowa at coordinates 41.2814°N, 92.8608°W. USGS site number: 05488500. 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