Major Flood
9 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
There is widespread flooding in the Glendale area, including Bender Road, North Milwaukee River Parkway, West Riverview Drive, North River Forest Drive and North Sunny Point Road, N Port Washington Road including a hotel. Floodwaters back into Lincoln Creek and affect some streets along Lincoln Creek. Floodwaters inundate much of Lincoln Park and Kletsch Park. Water is over the boardwalk along river in Estabrook Park.
11 ft
There is widespread flooding in the Glendale area, including Bender Road, North Milwaukee River Parkway, West Riverview Drive, North River Forest Drive and North Sunny Point Road, N Port Washington Road including a hotel. Floodwaters back into Lincoln Creek and affect some streets along Lincoln Creek. Floodwaters inundate much of Lincoln Park and Kletsch Park. Water is over the boardwalk along river in Estabrook Park.
10 ft
Streets in Glendale are flooded, including Bender Road, North Milwaukee River Parkway, West Riverview Drive, North River Forest Drive and North Sunny Point Road, N Port Washington Road including a hotel. Floodwaters back into Lincoln Creek and affect some streets along Lincoln Creek. Floodwaters inundate much of Lincoln Park and Kletsch Park. Water is over the boardwalk along river in Estabrook Park.
9 ft
Streets in Glendale are flooded, including Bender Road, North Milwaukee River Parkway, West Riverview Drive, North River Forest Drive and North Sunny Point Road, N Port Washington Road including a hotel. Floodwaters back into Lincoln Creek and affect some streets along Lincoln Creek. Floodwaters inundate much of Lincoln Park and Kletsch Park.
8.5 ft
Parts of Riverview Drive are flooded. Floodwaters affect property along North Sunny Point Road in the Glendale area as well as a hotel property along N Port Washington Road. Parts of Lincoln Park and Kletsch Park are flooded.
8 ft
Floodwaters affect property along N Port Washington Road including a hotel. Water approaches Riverview Dr. Water affects property on North Sunny Point Rd. Parts of Lincoln Park and Kletsch Park are flooded.
7 ft
Floodwaters affect property along N Port Washington Road including a hotel.
6 ft
There is general overflow of the lowest banks resulting in minor lowland flooding mainly in the Glendale area.
5.5 ft
There is minor lowland flooding.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2025 | 11.2 ft | 16,200 cfs |
| Jul 21, 2010 | 10.48 ft | 18,200 cfs |
| Jun 20, 1997 | 10 ft | 16,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MEEW3
River
Milwaukee River
County
Milwaukee, WI
Coordinates
43.1000°N, 87.9083°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Milwaukee River at Milwaukee-Estabrook Park?
The Milwaukee River at Milwaukee-Estabrook Park gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04087000) 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 Milwaukee River at Milwaukee-Estabrook Park?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Milwaukee River at Milwaukee-Estabrook Park is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
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Where is the Milwaukee River at Milwaukee-Estabrook Park gauge located?
The gauge is located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.1000°N, 87.9083°W. USGS site number: 04087000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge readings may be inaccurate during periods of extreme cold.