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Wisconsin River at Petenwell Dam
Wisconsin — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Juneau County, Wisconsin on the Wisconsin River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Last Reading

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PETW3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Minor Flood

925 ft

Action Stage

924 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

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About This Gauge

NWS LID

PETW3

River

Wisconsin River

County

Juneau, WI

Coordinates

44.0575°N, 90.0209°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Wisconsin River at Petenwell Dam?

The Wisconsin River at Petenwell Dam 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 at Petenwell Dam?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Wisconsin River at Petenwell Dam is 925 feet. Action stage begins at 924 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

How do I get alerts when Wisconsin River rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wisconsin River at Petenwell Dam to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.

Where is the Wisconsin River at Petenwell Dam gauge located?

The gauge is located in Juneau County, Wisconsin at coordinates 44.0575°N, 90.0209°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: Observations courtesy of Wisconsin River Power Company