Major Flood
28 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
26 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
27 ft
Water threatens multiple county bridges. Widespread agricultural flooding occurs.
26 ft
Water approaches the underside of the US 65/69 overpass.
25 ft
Water affects parts of Hwy G24.
24 ft
Water reaches the south shoulder of Hwy G24 and affects numerous county gravel roads in the area.
22 ft
Widespread agricultural flooding occurs.
20 ft
Water affects several rural county roads. Rd closures are possible near creeks adjoining the river.
19 ft
Water affects agricultural land.
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 5, 2008 | 25.55 ft | 19,000 cfs |
| Jun 8, 1974 | 25.33 ft | 12,600 cfs |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 25.19 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Middle River near Indianola?
The Middle River near Indianola gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05486490) 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 Middle River near Indianola?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Middle River near Indianola is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Middle River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Middle River near Indianola 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 Middle River near Indianola gauge located?
The gauge is located in Warren County, Iowa at coordinates 41.4244°N, 93.5873°W. USGS site number: 05486490. 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 U.S. Geological Survey