North River near Norwalk
Iowa — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Warren County, Iowa on the North River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05486000, 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
Major Flood
26 ft
Moderate Flood
25 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Water affects parts of Hwy R63.
25 ft
Water affects Hwy R57.
23 ft
Secondary road closures occur.
22 ft
Water is over Iowa 28 immediately south of Norwalk and threatens several rural gravel roads.
17 ft
Rd closures are possible near creeks adjoining the river.
16 ft
Water affects agricultural land.
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 16, 1990 | 25.33 ft | 22,600 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1990 | 25.33 ft | 22,600 cfs |
| Jun 12, 1947 | 25.3 ft | 32,000 cfs |
| Jun 12, 1947 | 25.3 ft | 32,000 cfs |
| Sep 10, 2014 | 25.04 ft | 18,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North River near Norwalk?
The North River near Norwalk gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05486000) 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 River near Norwalk?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North River near Norwalk is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when North River rises?
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Where is the North River near Norwalk gauge located?
The gauge is located in Warren County, Iowa at coordinates 41.4581°N, 93.6550°W. USGS site number: 05486000. 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