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Walnut Creek near Waukee 156th St
Iowa — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Dallas County, Iowa on the Walnut Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

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: WCBI4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Minor Flood

9 ft

Action Stage

7 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

What Floods at Each Level

16.5 ft

Water flows over NW 156th St bridge.

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 8, 199313.34 ft
Jul 8, 199313.34 ft
Aug 29, 199312.74 ft
Aug 29, 199312.74 ft
Jun 16, 199011.37 ft

About This Gauge

NWS LID

WCBI4

River

Walnut Creek

County

Dallas, IA

Coordinates

41.6517°N, 93.8333°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Walnut Creek near Waukee 156th St?

The Walnut Creek near Waukee 156th St 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 Walnut Creek near Waukee 156th St?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Walnut Creek near Waukee 156th St is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

How do I get alerts when Walnut Creek rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Walnut Creek near Waukee 156th St to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.

Where is the Walnut Creek near Waukee 156th St gauge located?

The gauge is located in Dallas County, Iowa at coordinates 41.6517°N, 93.8333°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: City of Des Moines IA