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La Crosse River at Fort McCoy
Wisconsin — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Monroe County, Wisconsin on the La Crosse River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05382267, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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Flood Stages

Major Flood

16 ft

Moderate Flood

14 ft

Minor Flood

11 ft

Action Stage

9 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

7-Day Water Level Chart

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Historic Crests

Date Stage Flow
Jun 14, 201010.97 ft686 cfs
Jun 14, 201010.97 ft686 cfs
May 29, 20138.58 ft275 cfs
May 29, 20138.58 ft275 cfs
May 26, 20098.22 ft262 cfs

About This Gauge

USGS Site

05382267

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 — even when your screen is off.

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