Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
18 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Water affects the shopping center parking lot and approaches the buildings. Water also affects US 169 near and north of Saint Joseph. Water may also threaten many bridges over the Des Moines River in the area with washouts. Many roads across Kossuth County may be closed.
20.5 ft
Water affects US 169 near mile marker 187 in the Livermore area.
20 ft
Water affects portions of US 18. Water enters the parking lot of the shopping center north of US 18 and west of the river.
19 ft
Water affects US 169 south of Algona. US 169 near Saint Joseph will be cut off. Water also threatens sections of US 18 east of US 169.
18 ft
Water threatens US 169 near Saint Joseph and may affect it south of Algona.
16.89 ft
Water threatens US 169 south of Algona and affects some rural roads.
16.8 ft
Water covers 170th St east of the Foster bridge in Humboldt County.
16.5 ft
Water affects the lowest portions of Northpark Dr and Norwood Dr in Algona.
16.4 ft
Water covers the entire north side of Montana Ave and nearby agricultural land east of the road in Humboldt County. Water also covers 100th St east and west of the Devine bridge.
16 ft
Widespread agricultural flooding occurs.
15.5 ft
Water affects portions of Montana Ave in Humboldt County. Water also affects portions of 110th St between Oak St and Ohio St east of the Devine bridge.
15 ft
Water covers portions of Montana Ave in Humboldt County.
14 ft
Water affects portions of Montana Ave between Michigan Ave and 100th St north of the bridge in Humboldt County. Water also affects low-lying agricultural land along the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 1993 | 22.65 ft | — |
| Aug 22, 1979 | 22.18 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2024 | 20.7 ft | 10,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
AGNI4
River
East Fork Des Moines River
County
Kossuth, IA
Coordinates
43.0827°N, 94.2306°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of East Fork Des Moines River near Algona?
The East Fork Des Moines River near Algona gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05478265) 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 East Fork Des Moines River near Algona?
The NWS-defined flood stage for East Fork Des Moines River near Algona is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
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Where is the East Fork Des Moines River near Algona gauge located?
The gauge is located in Kossuth County, Iowa at coordinates 43.0827°N, 94.2306°W. USGS site number: 05478265. 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