Major Flood
20 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
18 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21.6 ft
Water affects a two-block area of Grove St in Adel east of US 169. Water is 2 to 3 feet deep over the south entrance to the Dallas county fairgrounds off of US 169. Water affects businesses north of Adel on west side of US 169 as well as the entrance to Island Park campground and soccer complex in Adel.
20 ft
Limited evacuations may begin in residential areas of Adel...along with extensive sandbagging.
19 ft
Approaches to the US 169 bridge over the river north of Adel are impassable.
18 ft
Water affects many rural roads.
17.5 ft
US 169 is closed in Adel.
17.1 ft
Water begins impacting US 169 just north of Adel near the fairgrounds.
17 ft
Water approaches the bottom of the US 169 bridge on the north side of Adel and affects agricultural land northeast of Adel.
16.5 ft
Water affects 125th Trl north of Dawson and west of Hwy P46. Water may also affect portions of US 169 north of Adel near the fairgrounds.
16 ft
Water affects 180th Lane west of Minburn.
15 ft
Water affects the wastewater treatment facility as well as agricultural land in the Perry area. Near Adel...water affects the fairgrounds and golf course. Northwest of Adel...water affects Sportsman Club Rd and Midland Trl.
13 ft
Water affects agricultural land.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 1993 | 23 ft | — |
| Mar 19, 1979 | 22.7 ft | — |
| Jun 9, 2008 | 21.67 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
PROI4
River
North Raccoon River
County
Dallas, IA
Coordinates
41.8354°N, 94.1320°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Raccoon River near Perry?
The North Raccoon River near Perry 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 North Raccoon River near Perry?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Raccoon River near Perry is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Raccoon River rises?
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Where is the North Raccoon River near Perry gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dallas County, Iowa at coordinates 41.8354°N, 94.1320°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Upstream: North Raccoon River near Dawson Hwy P46--IFC
Downstream: North Raccoon River near Minburn Hwy F31--IFC
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers