Major Flood
24.5 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
23.5 ft
Minor Flood
21.5 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26.3 ft
Water impacts I-35 south of US 30.
26 ft
Water affects the US 30 bridge over the South Skunk River. Widespread flooding also occurs along Dayton Ave.
25.5 ft
Widespread flooding of US 30 occurs.
25 ft
Water affects I-35 south of US 30...US 30 between Dayton Ave and Duff Ave...as well as hotels and industries along Dayton Ave.
24 ft
Water affects US 30 between Dayton Ave and Duff Ave. Basements also flood in Cambridge. Hotels on SE 16th St have water in their parking lots. Water may also affect SE 16th St.
23 ft
Water affects the Shady Grove Trailer Park located at 1006 S Dayton Ave as well as the railroad just northeast of Cambridge.
21 ft
Water affects S 16th St. Water also affects the sports complex along the river south of US 30.
20.5 ft
Water affects gravel roads just upstream from US 30 as well as agricultural land from Ames downstream to northeast Polk County.
20 ft
Water affects agricultural land from Ames to Cambridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2010 | 26.72 ft | 36,200 cfs |
| Jun 26, 1975 | 25.57 ft | 14,700 cfs |
| Jul 8, 1993 | 25.53 ft | 26,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
AESI4
River
South Skunk River
County
Story, IA
Coordinates
42.0082°N, 93.5960°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Skunk River near Ames US 30?
The South Skunk River near Ames US 30 gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05471000) 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 South Skunk River near Ames US 30?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Skunk River near Ames US 30 is 21.5 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23.5 feet, and major flooding at 24.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Skunk River rises?
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Where is the South Skunk River near Ames US 30 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Story County, Iowa at coordinates 42.0082°N, 93.5960°W. USGS site number: 05471000. 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