Major Flood
8 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
7 ft
Minor Flood
5.5 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Water over roads and into basements throughout north end of village.
8 ft
Water up to base of Olsen Rd bridge, downstream of village. Water up to base of Park St bridge. Community Park is flooded. Park St is flooded near the park.
7 ft
Community Park is flooded. Park St near Community Park partially covered by water, water up to base of Railroad bridge east of Community Park. Water 1 foot from base of Park St Brdige. Water over Olsen Rd near Hwy DP, downstream of village. Water about 1 foot below Olsen Rd bridge deck. Water up to base of South Valley Rd bridge, upstream of village.
5.5 ft
Flooding effects are confined mainly to lowland and agricultural land.
5 ft
There is minor lowland flooding.
4.5 ft
There is minor lowland flooding.
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 20, 2018 | 9.81 ft | 2,930 cfs |
| Aug 2, 2001 | 7.08 ft | 1,720 cfs |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 6.75 ft | 1,030 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BLEW3
River
Black Earth Creek
County
Dane, WI
Coordinates
43.1342°N, 89.7322°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Black Earth Creek at Black Earth?
The Black Earth Creek at Black Earth gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05406500) 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 Black Earth Creek at Black Earth?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Black Earth Creek at Black Earth is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 8 feet.
How do I get alerts when Black Earth Creek rises?
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Where is the Black Earth Creek at Black Earth gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dane County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.1342°N, 89.7322°W. USGS site number: 05406500. 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
- 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.