Major Flood
1263 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: ALXW3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
1261 ft
Minor Flood
1259 ft
Action Stage
1256 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1263 ft
Water may be approaching homes and buildings along Highway 64 near Eugene Street and near North Foster Street. Several feet of water is covering Ott Park.
1261 ft
Water may approach structures adjacent to the river. Flooding is occurring in Ott Park.
1259 ft
Widespread wooded lowland flooding downstream of the dam. The river current downstream of the dam in Council Grounds Park is fast.
1257 ft
Flooding affects wooded lowland.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 2023 | 1260.53 ft | — |
| May 19, 2017 | 1260.32 ft | 40,029 cfs |
| Jun 13, 2017 | 1260.13 ft | 38,810 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
ALXW3
River
Wisconsin River
County
Lincoln, WI
Coordinates
45.1881°N, 89.7550°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wisconsin River below Alexander Dam?
The Wisconsin River below Alexander 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 below Alexander Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wisconsin River below Alexander Dam is 1259 feet. Action stage begins at 1256 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1261 feet, and major flooding at 1263 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wisconsin River rises?
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Where is the Wisconsin River below Alexander Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Wisconsin at coordinates 45.1881°N, 89.7550°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: WPS and WVIC
- Gauge reading affected by power generation.
- Stage may be affected by ice.