Major Flood
20 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the U.S. Highway 20 bridges.
19 ft
Water affects businesses along W Main Street.
17 ft
West Main Street and State Highway 13 is closed in Manchester.
16.5 ft
Water is on River Street and Main Street in Manchester.
15.7 ft
Water is on Schram Drive leading to Schram Park in Manchester.
14 ft
Water affects West Main Street. Water also affects residences on the south side of town.
12.5 ft
Water affects the campgrounds at lower Bailey's Ford Park.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2010 | 24.48 ft | 26,600 cfs |
| May 22, 2004 | 21.66 ft | 26,000 cfs |
| May 25, 2008 | 20.8 ft | 22,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MCHI4
River
Maquoketa River
County
Delaware, IA
Coordinates
42.4700°N, 91.4487°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Maquoketa River at Manchester Hwy 20?
The Maquoketa River at Manchester Hwy 20 gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05416900) 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 Maquoketa River at Manchester Hwy 20?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Maquoketa River at Manchester Hwy 20 is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Maquoketa River rises?
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Where is the Maquoketa River at Manchester Hwy 20 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Delaware County, Iowa at coordinates 42.4700°N, 91.4487°W. USGS site number: 05416900. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.