Little Sioux River at Correctionville
Iowa — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Woodbury County, Iowa on the Little Sioux River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06606600, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
23 ft
Moderate Flood
21 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
A more substantial risk to flooding of homes and businesses begins along the eastern edges of Anthon.
30 ft
Several structures on the northwest side of Correctionville are flooded.
29 ft
Hwy 31 north of Anthon is flooded and the intersection of 220th and Mason Ave east of Anthon may also be flooded. Much of Stahls Park in Anthon is flooded.
28 ft
The lowest portions of Hwy 20 just west of Correctionville flood and may result in a closure.
26 ft
The bridge on County Road L36 northwest of Correctionville is overtopped.
23.5 ft
The water reaches the bottom of the bridge on County Road L36 northwest of Correctionville, the southern portions of Correctionville will be significantly affected by flooding, and many sewers, homes, and roads will be flooded.
23 ft
Iowa Highway 31 both north and south of Correctionville is flooded. More substantial overtopping of levees also begins. If Bacon Creek between Correctionville and Cushing is also running high, water will begin backing up Bacon Creek and flood the southern portions of Correctionville along and north of County Road D22. Water reaches to the top of the boat ramp at Stahls Park in Anthon and begins to flood the parking lot.
21 ft
Water approaches Aspen St on the west side of Correctionville. Much of Copeland Park is underwater.
19 ft
More significant amounts of agricultural land are flooded. Copeland Park west of Correctionville floods.
17 ft
The lowest portions of Copeland Park in Correctionville may begin to flood.
16 ft
Minor flooding of some of the low lying agricultural lands.
14 ft
The boat ramp parking lot at Little Sioux Park between Correctionville and Anthon floods.
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 23, 2024 | 30.92 ft | 63,000 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2024 | 30.92 ft | 63,000 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1891 | 29.34 ft | — |
| Jun 22, 1891 | 29.34 ft | — |
| Mar 14, 2019 | 26.45 ft | 30,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CRRI4
River
Little Sioux River
County
Woodbury, IA
Coordinates
42.4822°N, 95.7925°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Sioux River at Correctionville?
The Little Sioux River at Correctionville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06606600) 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 Little Sioux River at Correctionville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Sioux River at Correctionville is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Sioux River rises?
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Where is the Little Sioux River at Correctionville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Woodbury County, Iowa at coordinates 42.4822°N, 95.7925°W. USGS site number: 06606600. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.