RIVER GAUGE · EAST NISHNABOTNA RIVER
East Nishnabotna River near Atlantic
Cass County, Iowa
Water level8.84 ft
Flow3,380 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action15 ft
Minor flood19 ft
Moderate flood23 ft
Major flood24 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 22.8 ft
Water affects Lansing Rd on both sides of the river.
- 21 ft
Flooding occurs in Atlantic. Widespread agricultural flooding occurs.
- 20.5 ft
Water affects US 6.
- 19 ft
Water affects agricultural land.
- 17 ft
Water affects low-lying areas west of Atlantic.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1958 | 27.49 ft | 34,200 cfs |
| Feb 28, 1965 | 25.43 ft | 20,500 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1964 | 23.16 ft | 15,200 cfs |
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