Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.9 ft
Water over State HWY 169. 1.25 miles upstream from TYLW3 location.
9.8 ft
At this level ST HWY 169 is likely impacted by flood water.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 2016 | 14.2 ft | 3,150 cfs |
| Jun 15, 2018 | 12.17 ft | 2,000 cfs |
| Apr 12, 2023 | 11.54 ft | 1,870 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TYLW3
River
Tyler Forks River
County
Ashland, WI
Coordinates
46.3947°N, 90.5900°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tyler Forks River near Mellen?
The Tyler Forks River near Mellen gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04026561) 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 Tyler Forks River near Mellen?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tyler Forks River near Mellen is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tyler Forks River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tyler Forks River near Mellen 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 Tyler Forks River near Mellen gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ashland County, Wisconsin at coordinates 46.3947°N, 90.5900°W. USGS site number: 04026561. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Bad River (WI) near Odanah
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.