Major Flood
17.5 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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
13.5 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Water is flowing over the bridge.
17.5 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
13.5 ft
Water begins to flow over 140th Street.
11 ft
Bank overflow begins.
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 13, 1998 | 14.68 ft | 5,000 cfs |
| Jun 14, 1982 | 13.57 ft | 2,500 cfs |
| Jun 13, 1976 | 13.28 ft | 2,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TRKI4
River
Tarkio River
County
Montgomery, IA
Coordinates
41.1017°N, 95.1025°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tarkio River near Elliot?
The Tarkio River near Elliot gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06811760) 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 Tarkio River near Elliot?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tarkio River near Elliot is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13.5 feet, and major flooding at 17.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tarkio River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tarkio River near Elliot to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Tarkio River near Elliot gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montgomery County, Iowa at coordinates 41.1017°N, 95.1025°W. USGS site number: 06811760. 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 the USGS
- Stage may be affected by ice.