Major Flood
9 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
Action Stage
4.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Water is flowing over the Highway V bridge. Several homes affected by flood water.
9.5 ft
Water is flowing over the Highway V bridge. Several homes in the the area may be affected by floodwater.
8 ft
Flooding is mainly confined to areas west of Amberg. Water is touching the bottom of the Highway V bridge. Moderate lowland flooding is likely occurring. Water is approaching homes in the area.
6.5 ft
Flooding affects are mainly confined to areas west of Amberg along Highway V. Water covers an adjacent park near the the Highway V bridge. A foot bridge near the bridge may be under several feet of water.
4.5 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 9, 1922 | 9 ft | 2,800 cfs |
| Apr 14, 2026 | 7.84 ft | 1,740 cfs |
| Apr 14, 2023 | 7.25 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pike River at Amberg?
The Pike River at Amberg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04066500) 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 Pike River at Amberg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pike River at Amberg is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 4.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pike River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Pike River at Amberg 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 Pike River at Amberg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marinette County, Wisconsin at coordinates 45.5000°N, 88.0000°W. USGS site number: 04066500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Menominee River at Koss
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.