Major Flood
11 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12.3 ft
Water reaches into Evans Bosshard Park.
12 ft
Water begins going over a few roads in Sparta.
8.5 ft
Water begins to flood yards adjacent to the river in Sparta.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2017 | 12.26 ft | 2,781 cfs |
| Jun 17, 2004 | 11.01 ft | 2,620 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2018 | 10.71 ft | 2,101 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SPAW3
River
La Crosse River
County
Monroe, WI
Coordinates
43.9375°N, 90.8106°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of La Crosse River at Sparta?
The La Crosse River at Sparta gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05382325) 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 Sparta?
The NWS-defined flood stage for La Crosse River at Sparta is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 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 Sparta 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 Sparta gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monroe County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.9375°N, 90.8106°W. USGS site number: 05382325. 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