Major Flood
791.5 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: VGAI4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
788.5 ft
Minor Flood
784.5 ft
Action Stage
781.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
790.7 ft
Levels reach eighteen inches of water over levee.
789.6 ft
Streets begin flooding in Volga.
789.3 ft
Water reaches two feet below dikes.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2017 | 790.79 ft | — |
| Jun 20, 2014 | 788.42 ft | — |
| Sep 23, 2016 | 787.35 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
VGAI4
River
Volga River
County
Clayton, IA
Coordinates
42.8015°N, 91.5372°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Volga River at Volga?
The Volga River at Volga 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 Volga River at Volga?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Volga River at Volga is 784.5 feet. Action stage begins at 781.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 788.5 feet, and major flooding at 791.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Volga River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Volga River at Volga 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 Volga River at Volga gauge located?
The gauge is located in Clayton County, Iowa at coordinates 42.8015°N, 91.5372°W. 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 Iowa Flood Center
- No forecasts are available for this location