Major Flood
19 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
14.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14.5 ft
There is widespread lowland and agricultural land flooding. This level is about the 10 percent chance flood meaning there is a 10 percent chance of the river reaching this level in any given year.
13.6 ft
Flooding at this stage is confined mainly to lowland and agricultural land. This level is about the 20 percent chance flood meaning there is a 20 percent chance of the river reaching this level in any given year.
11.5 ft
There is minor lowland flooding. This level is about the 50 percent chance flood meaning there is a 50 percent chance of the river reaching this level in any given year.
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 28, 1969 | 19.57 ft | 29,700 cfs |
| Feb 25, 1937 | 17.1 ft | 18,000 cfs |
| Jul 22, 2017 | 16.48 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BUNW3
River
Galena River
County
Lafayette, WI
Coordinates
42.5136°N, 90.3778°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Galena River at Buncombe?
The Galena River at Buncombe gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05415000) 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 Galena River at Buncombe?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Galena River at Buncombe is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 14.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Galena River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Galena River at Buncombe 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 Galena River at Buncombe gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lafayette County, Wisconsin at coordinates 42.5136°N, 90.3778°W. USGS site number: 05415000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Army Corps of Eng-R. Island