Major Flood
34.5 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
28 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
22 ft
What Floods at Each Level
37 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the E54 bridge at the gage site.
34.5 ft
Water nears the top of the federal levee.
25 ft
Flooding may begin near the mouth of the river downstream of Interstate 29. Upstream of the Interstate the river is contained within the levee system.
22 ft
Water exceeds the top of the natural channel but still remains within the confines of the levee system.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2019 | 29.57 ft | 58,400 cfs |
| Feb 18, 1971 | 27.44 ft | 30,000 cfs |
| Jun 25, 2024 | 27.37 ft | 41,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TURI4
River
Little Sioux River
County
Monona, IA
Coordinates
41.9649°N, 95.9721°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Sioux River near Turin?
The Little Sioux River near Turin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06607500) 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 Turin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Sioux River near Turin is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 34.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Sioux River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Sioux River near Turin 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 Little Sioux River near Turin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monona County, Iowa at coordinates 41.9649°N, 95.9721°W. USGS site number: 06607500. 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 the USGS
- 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice.