Cedar Creek at Cedarburg
Wisconsin — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin on the Cedar Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 04086500, 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
12 ft
2,780 cfs
Moderate Flood
11 ft
2,090 cfs
Minor Flood
10 ft
1,490 cfs
Action Stage
9 ft
998 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
14.3 ft
Floodwaters affect Riveredge Drive, Washington Avenue, Turner Street, Hanover Avenue and Mill Street in Cedarburg. Parks that are flooded include Grafton Lions Park, Cedar Creek Park and Legion Memorial Park.
13.4 ft
Floodwaters are in the back yards of some homes and businesses along Sheboygan Road in Cedarburg. Portland Road in the Cedar Creek Park area is flooded. Parks in Cedarburg that are flooded include Grafton Lions Park, Cedar Creek Park and Legion Memorial Park. Roads affected are parts of Riveredge Drive, Washington Avenue, Turner Street, Hanover Avenue and Mill Street.
12.5 ft
Floodwaters are in the back yards of some homes and businesses along Sheboygan Road in Cedarburg. A portion of Portland Road in the Cedar Creek Park area is flooded.
11 ft
Cedar Creek Park in Cedarburg is flooded. A portion of Portland Road in the Cedar Creek Park area is flooded. Water is in the backyards of some homes and businesses along Sheboygan Rd in Cedarburg.
10 ft
Water is into Cedar Creek Park in Cedarburg.
9.5 ft
There is minor lowland flooding in the Cedarburg area. Water affects the outer edges of Cedar Creek Park in Cedarburg.
9 ft
There is minor lowland flooding in the Cedarburg area.
8.5 ft
There is minor lowland flooding in the Cedarburg area.
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 29, 1960 | 12.25 ft | 3,600 cfs |
| Mar 29, 1960 | 12.25 ft | 3,600 cfs |
| Mar 31, 1959 | 11.7 ft | 3,400 cfs |
| Mar 31, 1959 | 11.7 ft | 3,400 cfs |
| Mar 19, 1952 | 11.4 ft | 3,500 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cedar Creek at Cedarburg?
The Cedar Creek at Cedarburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04086500) 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 Cedar Creek at Cedarburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cedar Creek at Cedarburg is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cedar Creek rises?
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Where is the Cedar Creek at Cedarburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.3231°N, 87.9783°W. USGS site number: 04086500. 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.