RIVER GAUGE · KICKAPOO RIVER
Kickapoo River at Readstown
Vernon County, Wisconsin
Water level5.77 ft
Flow534 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:59 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action8 ft
Minor flood11 ft
Moderate flood14 ft
Major flood16 ft
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2018 | 23.17 ft | — |
| Jun 9, 2008 | 19.65 ft | — |
| Jul 20, 1951 | 19.08 ft | -9,999 cfs |
More on Kickapoo River
UpstreamKickapoo River at Viola
DownstreamKickapoo River at Soldiers Grove
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