Major Flood
17 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Up to 3 feet of floodwaters are surrounding structures adjacent to the river.
15 ft
Floodwaters are surrounding structures along the river.
14 ft
There is widespread flooding of lowland and agricultural land. Upstream there is flooding of lowland near the town of Crivitz.
12 ft
Area boat docks begin flooding and there is widespread flooding of wooded lowland.
10 ft
There is minor flooding of wooded lowland.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2026 | 14.08 ft | 6,887 cfs |
| Mar 30, 2004 | 13.87 ft | 6,630 cfs |
| Apr 19, 2019 | 13.44 ft | 5,390 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PFDW3
River
Peshtigo River
County
Marinette, WI
Coordinates
45.1433°N, 87.8006°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Peshtigo River near Porterfield?
The Peshtigo River near Porterfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04069416) 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 Peshtigo River near Porterfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Peshtigo River near Porterfield is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Peshtigo River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Peshtigo River near Porterfield 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 Peshtigo River near Porterfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marinette County, Wisconsin at coordinates 45.1433°N, 87.8006°W. USGS site number: 04069416. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.