Brule River near Florence 4 NW
Wisconsin — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Florence County, Wisconsin on the Brule River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 04060993, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
13 ft
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Floodwaters touch the bottom of the bridge along Highway 2 and Highway 141.
11 ft
Water is likely covering portions of logging roads near the river including Helgrens Road, Camels Clearing Road and Town Roads I and J.
9 ft
Flooding is confined to lowland and wooded land.
7.5 ft
There is widespread lowland flooding.
6 ft
There is minor flooding in lowland and wooded land.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1999 | 8.41 ft | 4,310 cfs |
| Jul 14, 1999 | 8.41 ft | 4,310 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2002 | 7.85 ft | 3,610 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2002 | 7.85 ft | 3,610 cfs |
| Apr 14, 2023 | 7.74 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Brule River near Florence 4 NW?
The Brule River near Florence 4 NW gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04060993) 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 Brule River near Florence 4 NW?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Brule River near Florence 4 NW is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Brule River rises?
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Where is the Brule River near Florence 4 NW gauge located?
The gauge is located in Florence County, Wisconsin at coordinates 45.9608°N, 88.3158°W. USGS site number: 04060993. 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 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Gauge reading affected by power generation.
- 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.