Major Flood
17 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Roads near the river begin to flood.
11 ft
Some park and agricultural lands become inundated.
10 ft
River currents become dangerous for recreational users.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 1993 | 19.38 ft | 24,500 cfs |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 19.26 ft | 24,500 cfs |
| Mar 28, 1989 | 17.94 ft | 21,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FLCW3
River
Eau Claire River
County
Eau Claire, WI
Coordinates
44.8097°N, 91.2816°W
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StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Eau Claire River near Fall Creek?
The Eau Claire River near Fall Creek gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05366500) 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 Eau Claire River near Fall Creek?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Eau Claire River near Fall Creek is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Eau Claire River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Eau Claire River near Fall Creek to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Eau Claire River near Fall Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin at coordinates 44.8097°N, 91.2816°W. USGS site number: 05366500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Eau Claire River above Lake Eau Claire near Augusta
Downstream: Chippewa River (WI) at Eau Claire
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Obs courtesy of Eau Claire County
- 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice.