Major Flood
1242 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SWCI4). 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
1239 ft
Minor Flood
1236 ft
Action Stage
1235 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1249.5 ft
The bridge on 470th at the gauge location is overtopped.
1248 ft
470th Street is flooded.
1242 ft
Portions of Wilson Ave south of 470th St may be flooded.
1239 ft
Significant flooding of crop land begins.
1236 ft
Low lying crop and agricultural land begins to flood.
1235 ft
Ditches fill and the lowest banks overflow.
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 21, 2024 | 1244.95 ft | — |
| Sep 19, 2018 | 1242.2 ft | — |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 1239.83 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SWCI4
River
Waterman Creek
County
OBrien, IA
Coordinates
42.9678°N, 95.4253°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Waterman Creek near Sutherland?
The Waterman Creek near Sutherland 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 Waterman Creek near Sutherland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Waterman Creek near Sutherland is 1236 feet. Action stage begins at 1235 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1239 feet, and major flooding at 1242 feet.
How do I get alerts when Waterman Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Waterman Creek near Sutherland 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 Waterman Creek near Sutherland gauge located?
The gauge is located in OBrien County, Iowa at coordinates 42.9678°N, 95.4253°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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.