Major Flood
23 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
Water affects buildings at the Raccoon River Bible Camp north of Scranton. Residences along the river may experience flooding.
20 ft
Water affects the Raccoon River Bible Camp north of Scranton as well as 3500 acres of agricultural land in Greene County.
19 ft
Water affects the low areas of the Raccoon River Bible Camp north of Scranton. Water affects yards of residences along the river.
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 22, 1947 | 22.3 ft | 29,100 cfs |
| Mar 15, 2019 | 19.74 ft | — |
| Jun 21, 1954 | 19.52 ft | 21,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EFWI4
River
North Raccoon River
County
Greene, IA
Coordinates
41.9879°N, 94.3771°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Raccoon River near Jefferson?
The North Raccoon River near Jefferson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05482500) 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 Raccoon River near Jefferson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Raccoon River near Jefferson is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Raccoon River rises?
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Where is the North Raccoon River near Jefferson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Greene County, Iowa at coordinates 41.9879°N, 94.3771°W. USGS site number: 05482500. 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