RIVER GAUGE · MAQUOKETA RIVER
Maquoketa River at Manchester Hwy 20
Delaware County, Iowa
Water level4.29 ft
Flow186 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action12 ft
Minor flood14 ft
Moderate flood17 ft
Major flood20 ft
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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 |
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