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
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Floodwaters are covering Harrington and Reek Roads.
9 ft
Flood waters are near the surface of Harrington Road and there is widespread lowland flooding in the Waupaca area.
7.5 ft
Water touches the lowest portion of the Harrington Road bridge and there is widespread lowland flooding in the Waupaca area.
6 ft
There is widespread lowland flooding in the Waupaca area.
5 ft
There is 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 1950 | 8.06 ft | — |
| Mar 19, 1948 | 6.9 ft | 2,520 cfs |
| Mar 18, 1918 | 6.2 ft | 1,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Waupaca River near Waupaca?
The Waupaca River near Waupaca gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04081000) 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 Waupaca River near Waupaca?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Waupaca River near Waupaca is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Waupaca River rises?
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Where is the Waupaca River near Waupaca gauge located?
The gauge is located in Waupaca County, Wisconsin at coordinates 44.3292°N, 88.9964°W. USGS site number: 04081000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Wolf River (WI) near Lake Poygan
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USACE Chicago, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.
- 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.