Mississippi River at LeClaire
Iowa — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Scott County, Iowa on the Mississippi River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LECI4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
13.5 ft
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the access bridge to Campbells Island. Water affects North Main Street in Port Byron, affecting many businesses. Water affects 1st Avenue and affects several houses in Hampton.
17.5 ft
Water affects the bridge approach on the island side of Campbell's Island.
17.3 ft
Water affects the Buffalo Bill Museum in Le Claire. Water is also on the railroad tracks.
17 ft
Water affects South Main Street in Port Byron. Most homes are in the water on Campbell's Island.
16.5 ft
Water affects some homes on Canal Shore Drive south of Le Claire.
16 ft
Water affects residences in Port Byron and Rapids City. Water is also on the railroad tracks in Port Byron. Water damages nearly all buildings on Campbell's Island.
15.5 ft
Water affects commercial buildings along the Le Claire riverfront.
15 ft
Water affects U.S. Highway 67 at Byron Street in Le Claire. Water also affects much of Canal Shore Drive. Water is over the Campbell's Island access road and most buildings on the island are in water. Water affects the playground at Hampton River Park in Hampton. Water affects homes on River Drive in Princeton.
14.8 ft
Water affects the Dry Stack Marina facilities in Le Claire.
14.5 ft
In Port Byron, water affects commercial buildings facing the river. In Le Claire, water affects the lowest section of Canal Shore Drive south of town. Most of First Street is under water in Rapids City. Water affects the lowest portions of 1st Avenue in Hampton.
14 ft
Water affects riverside parking lots in Port Byron and Le Claire. Water affects Canal Shore Drive in Le Claire. Water is at the foundations of a few houses at the downstream end of Hampton.
13.99 ft
Lock and Dam 14 is closed.
13.7 ft
Water affects East Harbor Drive in Bettendorf.
13.5 ft
Water affects First Street in Rapids City.
13.4 ft
Water affects Princeton's River Drive.
13 ft
Water affects Riverside Park in Le Claire.
12.5 ft
Water affects the lowest residences at the upstream end of town in Hampton.
12.2 ft
Water affects 182nd Street in Pleasant Valley.
12 ft
Water affects the lowest houses along the Princeton river front. Water affects several local roads on Campbell's Island and is at the foundations of a few homes. In Pleasant Valley, water is at the bases of or in many houses along the river.
11.4 ft
Water affects 245th Avenue in Pleasant Valley.
11 ft
Water affects the lowest roads and into some back yards on Campbells Island. In Pleasant Valley, water affects 179th Street and at the bases of a few homes along the river. In Cordova, water affects the lowest homes along the river.
10.5 ft
Water affects 178th Street in Pleasant Valley.
10 ft
Water affects low areas in Pleasant Valley.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 1965 | 17.75 ft | — |
| Apr 27, 1965 | 17.75 ft | — |
| Apr 23, 2001 | 16.93 ft | — |
| Apr 23, 2001 | 16.93 ft | — |
| Jul 7, 1993 | 16.56 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LECI4
River
Mississippi River
County
Scott, IA
Coordinates
41.5744°N, 90.4031°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mississippi River at LeClaire?
The Mississippi River at LeClaire 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 Mississippi River at LeClaire?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mississippi River at LeClaire is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13.5 feet.
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Where is the Mississippi River at LeClaire gauge located?
The gauge is located in Scott County, Iowa at coordinates 41.5744°N, 90.4031°W. 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. Army Corps of Engineers, 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.