Major Flood
14 ft
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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
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Many county roads are impacted. There is widespread flooding near to the river in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake, the Village of Salem Lakes and Trevor. Floodwaters are into the lower and 2-3 ft deep on main levels of some homes along Shorewood Drive, Riverside Drive, 101st Street, 77th St, Hwy W and Shorewood Terrace. Highway 50 is closed due to floodwaters over the highway. Hwy 83 floods at Hwy W in Wheatland. Flooded roads: S 6th St, Oak St, 318th Ave, 317th Ave, 71st St, south end of 312th and 313th
16 ft
Many county highways are closed or impassable. Highway 50 is closed. There is widespread flooding in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes, including Trevor. Some homes near the riverhave 1-2 ft of water on their main levels. Flooded roads: S 6th St, Oak St, 318th Ave, 317th Ave, 71st St, south end of 312th and 313th St, and 314th Ave.
15 ft
Highway 50 is closed due to floodwaters over the highway. There is widespread flooding in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes. Flooded roads: S 6th St, Oak St, 318th Ave, 317th Ave, 71st St, south end of 312th and 313th St, and 314th Ave. Floodwaters are into the lower levels of some homes in those areas along N Riverside Drive, Shorewood Drive, 101st Street and Shorewood Terrace.
14 ft
There is flooding of the lower levels of homes in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes areas along N Riverside Drive, Shorewood Drive, 101st Street and Shorewood Terrace. Flooded roads: S 6th St, Oak St, 318th Ave, 317th Ave, 71st St, south end of 312th and 313th St, and 314th Ave. Water on Hwy W north and south of Hwy 50.
13.5 ft
Floodwaters are into the lower levels of some homes in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes areas along Riverside Drive and Shorewood Drive.
12 ft
Water is up to the first floor levels of some homes in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes area along Riverside Drive and Shorewood Drive. Hoosier Creek Rd floods.
11.5 ft
Water is in the yards of some homes in the Village of Salem Lakes and Town of Wheatland areas, including Riverside Dr and Shorewood Dr. There are 3-4 inches of water over 77th Street in the Town of Wheatland.
11 ft
Floodwaters begin to affect 77th St. in the Town of Wheatland. Floodwaters are near some homes along Riverside Dr, Shorewood Dr, and Highway W in the Village of Salem Lakes and Town of Wheatland areas. Fox River Park boat launch starts to flood.
10 ft
Floodwaters are near some homes along Highway W in the Village of Salem Lakes and Town of Wheatland areas.
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 13, 2017 | 17.47 ft | 7,900 cfs |
| Jun 14, 2008 | 15.18 ft | 5,960 cfs |
| Apr 18, 2026 | 15.04 ft | 5,660 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Fox River near New Munster?
The Fox River near New Munster gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05545750) 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 Fox River near New Munster?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Fox River near New Munster is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
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Where is the Fox River near New Munster gauge located?
The gauge is located in Kenosha County, Wisconsin at coordinates 42.6108°N, 88.2258°W. USGS site number: 05545750. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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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.