RIVER GAUGE · TURKEY RIVER
Turkey River at Elkader
Clayton County, Iowa
Water level5.93 ft
Flow599 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action10 ft
Minor flood12 ft
Moderate flood16 ft
Major flood20 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 12 ft
Minor flooding occurs in areas near the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2008 | 27.77 ft | 40,500 cfs |
| Jun 14, 1991 | 27.32 ft | 38,300 cfs |
| May 23, 2004 | 25.57 ft | 33,300 cfs |
More on Turkey River
UpstreamTurkey River near Elgin
DownstreamTurkey River at Garber
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