Kickapoo River at Readstown
Wisconsin — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Vernon County, Wisconsin on the Kickapoo River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: REAW3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Some homes along the river may experience flooding.
17 ft
Water goes over River Road that runs along the west side of the River, and also goes over the top of the Charles Street Bridge deck.
16.5 ft
Water is over Charles Street on the east side of the bridge.
13 ft
Water is up to the bottom of the Charles Street Bridge.
12 ft
The park along the river experiences significant flooding.
10 ft
The park along the river begins to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2018 | 23.17 ft | — |
| Aug 28, 2018 | 23.17 ft | — |
| Jun 9, 2008 | 19.65 ft | — |
| Jun 9, 2008 | 19.65 ft | — |
| Jul 20, 1951 | 19.08 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
REAW3
River
Kickapoo River
County
Vernon, WI
Coordinates
43.4494°N, 90.7650°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kickapoo River at Readstown?
The Kickapoo River at Readstown gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Kickapoo River at Readstown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kickapoo River at Readstown is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kickapoo River rises?
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Where is the Kickapoo River at Readstown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Vernon County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.4494°N, 90.7650°W. 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 National Weather Service
- 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.