Major Flood
1561 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RHIW3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
1560 ft
Minor Flood
1559 ft
Action Stage
1558 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1561 ft
Structures and homes may be surrounded by several feet of water along Ash and Norway Streets.
1560 ft
Some piers may be underwater in Boom Lake. Up to a foot of water is surrounding structures downstream of the Rhinelander Dam.
1559 ft
Floodwaters are approaching structures downstream of the Rhinelander Dam.
1558 ft
Lowland flooding is occurring.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
RHIW3
River
Wisconsin River
County
Oneida, WI
Coordinates
45.6417°N, 89.4217°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wisconsin River above Rhinelander?
The Wisconsin River above Rhinelander gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Wisconsin River above Rhinelander?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wisconsin River above Rhinelander is 1559 feet. Action stage begins at 1558 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1560 feet, and major flooding at 1561 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wisconsin River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wisconsin River above Rhinelander 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 Wisconsin River above Rhinelander gauge located?
The gauge is located in Oneida County, Wisconsin at coordinates 45.6417°N, 89.4217°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Gauge reading affected by power generation.
- Stage may be affected by ice.