Milwaukee River at Saukville
Wisconsin — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin on the Milwaukee River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SAKW3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14.5 ft
Minor Flood
13.5 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
There is some evacuation of homes along Mill Street and Park Street in Saukville due to major flooding. Other streets that are at least partially flooded include Highway W to Mink Ranch Rd, Green Bay Avenue and South Riverside Drive. Parks that are flooded include Peninsula Park, Grady Park and Schowalter Park.
14.5 ft
Floodwaters affect parts of Green Bay Avenue, Park Street, Mill Street, South Riverside Drive and Highway W in Saukville. Parks that are flooded are Peninsula Park, Grady Park and Schowalter Park.
13.5 ft
Floodwaters affect parts of Highway W a little north of Saukville. Floodwaters are into the back yards of some homes along Mill Street in Saukville.
12 ft
There is general overflow of the lowest river banks resulting in lowland flooding in the Saukville area.
11 ft
There is minor overflow of the lowest riverbanks in the Saukville area resulting in 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2008 | 16.75 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jun 12, 2008 | 16.75 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 17, 2019 | 15.59 ft | — |
| Mar 17, 2019 | 15.59 ft | — |
| Oct 2, 2019 | 15.22 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SAKW3
River
Milwaukee River
County
Ozaukee, WI
Coordinates
43.3815°N, 87.9335°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Milwaukee River at Saukville?
The Milwaukee River at Saukville gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Saukville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Milwaukee River at Saukville is 13.5 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14.5 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Milwaukee River rises?
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Where is the Milwaukee River at Saukville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.3815°N, 87.9335°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Village of Saukville / NWS