RIVER GAUGE · DES MOINES RIVER
Des Moines River near Tracy
Marion County, Iowa
Water level7.61 ft
Flow15,600 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action13 ft
Minor flood14 ft
Moderate flood20 ft
Major flood23 ft
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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 |
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