North Fork Maquoketa River at Fulton
Iowa — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Jackson County, Iowa on the North Fork Maquoketa River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05418400, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the County Road E17 bridge.
13 ft
Water affects 145th Avenue near the County Road E17 bridge.
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 | 22.44 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| Jul 23, 2010 | 22.44 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| Jun 4, 2002 | 19.87 ft | 22,600 cfs |
| Jun 4, 2002 | 19.87 ft | 22,600 cfs |
| Jul 28, 2011 | 19.53 ft | 17,045 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FLNI4
River
North Fork Maquoketa River
County
Jackson, IA
Coordinates
42.1643°N, 90.7293°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Fork Maquoketa River at Fulton?
The North Fork Maquoketa River at Fulton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05418400) 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 North Fork Maquoketa River at Fulton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Fork Maquoketa River at Fulton is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when North Fork Maquoketa River rises?
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Where is the North Fork Maquoketa River at Fulton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, Iowa at coordinates 42.1643°N, 90.7293°W. USGS site number: 05418400. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey