Major Flood
27 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Flooding begins along the outskirts of Randolph.
28.5 ft
Water begins to impact the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
27 ft
The road around the cemetery begins to flood on the west side. The town of Randolph is likely not impacted yet.
23 ft
County road J18 (120th Street) west of Randolph begins to flood.
22 ft
County Road L-68 located 5 miles south of Randolph begins to flood.
19 ft
Rural agricultural lands begin to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2019 | 24.87 ft | 26,500 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1949 | 24.6 ft | 16,000 cfs |
| May 25, 1987 | 24.5 ft | 40,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RDPI4
River
West Nishnabotna River
County
Fremont, IA
Coordinates
40.8733°N, 95.5814°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Nishnabotna River near Randolph?
The West Nishnabotna River near Randolph gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06808500) 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 West Nishnabotna River near Randolph?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Nishnabotna River near Randolph is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Nishnabotna River rises?
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Where is the West Nishnabotna River near Randolph gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fremont County, Iowa at coordinates 40.8733°N, 95.5814°W. USGS site number: 06808500. 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 the USGS
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.