RIVER GAUGE · MIDDLE RIVER
Middle River near Indianola
Warren County, Iowa
Water level17.58 ft
Flow4,930 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action19 ft
Minor flood23 ft
Moderate flood26 ft
Major flood28 ft
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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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