Minor Flood
21 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.
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Water affects IA Hwy 5 around 1 mile southeast of its interchange with IA Hwy 92.
21 ft
Water affects 135th Pl between Oregon St and Pratt Dr, as well as Newbold Dr between IA Hwy 5 and 165th Ave.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1982 | 30.28 ft | 28,000 cfs |
| Jun 24, 2015 | 28.65 ft | 26,100 cfs |
| Jul 4, 1993 | 27.88 ft | 18,900 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of English Creek near Knoxville?
The English Creek near Knoxville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05488200) 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 English Creek near Knoxville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for English Creek near Knoxville is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when English Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add English Creek near Knoxville 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 English Creek near Knoxville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Iowa at coordinates 41.3004°N, 93.0449°W. USGS site number: 05488200. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Des Moines River near Tracy
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey