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
16 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18.3 ft
Water affects Iowa 93 north of Tripoli near the gauge site.
15.3 ft
County Rd C57 is closed between US Hwy 281 and Adams Rd.
11.5 ft
Water affects the lowest portions of the Sweet Water Creek bike trail near Tripoli.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2021 | 18.51 ft | 17,200 cfs |
| Jul 20, 1999 | 18.5 ft | 19,400 cfs |
| Jun 8, 2008 | 18.24 ft | 18,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TPLI4
River
Wapsipinicon River
County
Bremer, IA
Coordinates
42.8361°N, 92.2574°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wapsipinicon River near Tripoli?
The Wapsipinicon River near Tripoli gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05420680) 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 Wapsipinicon River near Tripoli?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wapsipinicon River near Tripoli is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wapsipinicon River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wapsipinicon River near Tripoli 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 Wapsipinicon River near Tripoli gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bremer County, Iowa at coordinates 42.8361°N, 92.2574°W. USGS site number: 05420680. 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