Major Flood
55 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
51 ft
Minor Flood
47 ft
Action Stage
43 ft
What Floods at Each Level
64 ft
Water reaches the top of the levee and may begin to spill over into the Grove area.
47 ft
Some rural roads may begin to flood including county Highway VV downstream near the La Crosse County line.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2010 | 61.47 ft | 56,700 cfs |
| Jun 19, 1993 | 61.19 ft | 64,000 cfs |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 60.35 ft | 54,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BRFW3
River
Black River (WI)
County
Jackson, WI
Coordinates
44.2936°N, 90.8465°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Black River (WI) at Black River Falls?
The Black River (WI) at Black River Falls gauge is maintained by USGS (site 053813595) 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 River (WI) at Black River Falls?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Black River (WI) at Black River Falls is 47 feet. Action stage begins at 43 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 51 feet, and major flooding at 55 feet.
How do I get alerts when Black River (WI) rises?
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Where is the Black River (WI) at Black River Falls gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, Wisconsin at coordinates 44.2936°N, 90.8465°W. USGS site number: 053813595. 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.