Major Flood
17 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
12.5 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14.5 ft
190th St just west of Reed Ave is impassible. The road is covered by over 300 yards of water. Water is over much of the bridge.
13.7 ft
Water affects US 69 south of Belmond near 200th St.
13.5 ft
Water reaches the curb of US 69 at the bridge north of 150th St and south of 5th St SE.
12.5 ft
Water affects US 69 north of Belmond.
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 8, 2008 | 15.89 ft | 7,890 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1984 | 15 ft | 8,450 cfs |
| Jun 20, 1954 | 14.88 ft | 8,460 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Iowa River near Rowan?
The Iowa River near Rowan gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05449500) 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 Iowa River near Rowan?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Iowa River near Rowan is 12.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Iowa River rises?
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Where is the Iowa River near Rowan gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wright County, Iowa at coordinates 42.7600°N, 93.6216°W. USGS site number: 05449500. 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