Major Flood
20 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MIFI4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22.5 ft
The bridge on 190th is overtopped and water reaches the bottom of the bridge on 170th Ave.
20.5 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge on 190th St.
17.5 ft
The floodplain can be as wide as 0.25 mile wide in places.
16.5 ft
The lowest portion of 180th St is flooded and water approaches the lowest portion of 190th Ave between 260th and 270th Streets in far southern Dickinson county.
13 ft
Flooding of agricultural and pasture land begins.
12 ft
The lowest banks overflow with some flooding of low lying areas.
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 21, 2024 | 20.4 ft | — |
| Jun 24, 2018 | 20.1 ft | — |
| Mar 17, 2019 | 18.02 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MIFI4
River
Little Sioux River
County
Dickinson, IA
Coordinates
43.3278°N, 95.2017°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Sioux River near Milford?
The Little Sioux River near Milford gauge is maintained by USGS 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 near Milford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Sioux River near Milford is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Sioux River rises?
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Where is the Little Sioux River near Milford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dickinson County, Iowa at coordinates 43.3278°N, 95.2017°W. 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 Iowa Flood Center
- 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.
- 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.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.