RIVER GAUGE · WAUPACA RIVER
Waupaca River near Waupaca
Waupaca County, Wisconsin
Water level2.41 ft
Flow456 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action5 ft
Minor flood6 ft
Moderate flood7.5 ft
Major flood9 ft
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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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