Major Flood
16 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
9 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 2010 | 10.97 ft | 686 cfs |
| May 29, 2013 | 8.58 ft | 275 cfs |
| May 26, 2009 | 8.22 ft | 262 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LFMW3
River
La Crosse River
County
Monroe, WI
Coordinates
44.0003°N, 90.7244°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of La Crosse River at Fort McCoy?
The La Crosse River at Fort McCoy gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05382267) 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 La Crosse River at Fort McCoy?
The NWS-defined flood stage for La Crosse River at Fort McCoy is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when La Crosse River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add La Crosse River at Fort McCoy 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 La Crosse River at Fort McCoy gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monroe County, Wisconsin at coordinates 44.0003°N, 90.7244°W. USGS site number: 05382267. 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 U.S. Geological Survey
- No forecasts are available for this location