Major Flood
1216 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MIGI4). 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
1212 ft
Minor Flood
1208 ft
Action Stage
1206 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1224 ft
The bridge on M15/Keystone Ave north of Ida Grove may be overtopped.
1218 ft
More substantial flooding of homes and businesses in Ida Grove occurs.
1216 ft
The levees on the left bank will be overtopped and flooding will affect homes and businesses in Ida Grove.
1212 ft
The levees on the right bank will be overtopped.
1210 ft
The bridge on 200th St north of Ida Grove may be overtopped.
1208 ft
The bike path under the bridge at the gaging location 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2019 | 1217.76 ft | — |
| Jul 29, 2025 | 1206.86 ft | — |
| May 6, 2024 | 1205.14 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MIGI4
River
Maple River
County
Ida, IA
Coordinates
42.3511°N, 95.4794°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Maple River at Ida Grove?
The Maple River at Ida Grove 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 Maple River at Ida Grove?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Maple River at Ida Grove is 1208 feet. Action stage begins at 1206 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1212 feet, and major flooding at 1216 feet.
How do I get alerts when Maple River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Maple River at Ida Grove 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 Maple River at Ida Grove gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ida County, Iowa at coordinates 42.3511°N, 95.4794°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
- No forecasts are available for this location
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.