Major Flood
17 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25.4 ft
This is the top of the West Des Moines levee.
25 ft
This is the top of the floodwall on the east side of 63rd St.
23.9 ft
Water reaches the road surface of 63rd St.
18.5 ft
Water affects 73rd St near I-235. Water reaches the underside of the 63rd St bridge and affects businesses just east of the railroad tracks on Grand Ave.
17.7 ft
Water reaches the base of the railroad bridge upstream of 63rd St.
17.5 ft
The 63rd St overhead gates are closed.
16.5 ft
The Grand Ave overhead gates are closed.
16 ft
Water affects Grand Ave in Des Moines...some nearby residences and Colby Park in Windsor Heights.
14 ft
N Valley Dr is closed. Water affects Hoak Rd between Center St as well as the levee affecting several businesses.
13 ft
Walnut Hill Dr is closed. Lowland flooding occurs along the east river bank downstream of 63rd St.
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 30, 2018 | 19.08 ft | 10,600 cfs |
| Jun 24, 2015 | 18.69 ft | 9,720 cfs |
| Aug 8, 2010 | 18.59 ft | 11,700 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Walnut Creek at Des Moines 63rd St?
The Walnut Creek at Des Moines 63rd St gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05484800) 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 Walnut Creek at Des Moines 63rd St?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Walnut Creek at Des Moines 63rd St is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Walnut Creek rises?
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Where is the Walnut Creek at Des Moines 63rd St gauge located?
The gauge is located in Polk County, Iowa at coordinates 41.5875°N, 93.7033°W. USGS site number: 05484800. 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