Major Flood
11.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: WAUW3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10.5 ft
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Streets affected by floodwaters in the Waubeka area include River Street, County Highway Z and Memorial Drive. Much of Waubedonia and Marie Kraus Parks are flooded. Floodwaters affect low spots in Fredonia.
10 ft
There is widespread flooding of back yards of homes in the Waubeka area along Second Street and County Highway Z. There is extensive flooding downstream in Waubedonia and Marie Kraus Parks.
9.5 ft
Water approaches some homes in Waubeka in the area of Second Street and County Highway Z. There is significant flooding downstream in Waubedonia Park and Marie Kraus Park.
9 ft
There is flooding of back yards of homes along Second Street and County Highway Z in the Waubeka area. There is flooding downstream in Waubedonia and Marie Kraus Parks.
8.5 ft
There is minor flooding of back yards of homes along Second Street and County Highway Z in Waubeka. There is minor flooding downstream in Waubedonia Park.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 2019 | 13.77 ft | 10,681 cfs |
| Mar 22, 1975 | 11.35 ft | 6,990 cfs |
| Mar 14, 2007 | 10.67 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
WAUW3
River
Milwaukee River
County
Ozaukee, WI
Coordinates
43.4727°N, 87.9903°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Milwaukee River at Waubeka?
The Milwaukee River at Waubeka 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 Waubeka?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Milwaukee River at Waubeka is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10.5 feet, and major flooding at 11.5 feet.
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Where is the Milwaukee River at Waubeka gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.4727°N, 87.9903°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: NWS
- Manual gauge readings are only available once a week during the winter months.
- Stage measured manually and reported by river observer. No automated gauge on-site.