Major Flood
12 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Water covers much of Riverside Park in New Lisbon near Highway 80. Widespread lowland flooding occurs near the river especially upstream.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1960 | 12.94 ft | 6,880 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2026 | 12.9 ft | 4,719 cfs |
| Apr 4, 1956 | 12.6 ft | 5,580 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NLSW3
River
Lemonweir River
County
Juneau, WI
Coordinates
43.8797°N, 90.1619°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lemonweir River at New Lisbon?
The Lemonweir River at New Lisbon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05403500) 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 Lemonweir River at New Lisbon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lemonweir River at New Lisbon is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Lemonweir River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lemonweir River at New Lisbon 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 Lemonweir River at New Lisbon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Juneau County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.8797°N, 90.1619°W. USGS site number: 05403500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Wisconsin River at Wisconsin Dells
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- No forecasts are available for this location