Big Eau Pleine River at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir
Wisconsin — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Marathon County, Wisconsin on the Big Eau Pleine River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EPLW3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
1151 ft
Moderate Flood
1149 ft
Minor Flood
1147 ft
Action Stage
1145.4 ft
1,000 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1000 ft
At 1000 CFS, the boat landing below the dam is closed due to fast flow.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
EPLW3
River
Big Eau Pleine River
County
Marathon, WI
Coordinates
44.7331°N, 89.7581°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Eau Pleine River at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
The Big Eau Pleine River at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir 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 Big Eau Pleine River at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Eau Pleine River at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir is 1147 feet. Action stage begins at 1145.4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1149 feet, and major flooding at 1151 feet.
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Where is the Big Eau Pleine River at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marathon County, Wisconsin at coordinates 44.7331°N, 89.7581°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Wisconsin Valley Improvement Co.
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.
- Stage may be affected by ice.