Major Flood
1022 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BIRW3). 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
1020 ft
Minor Flood
1017 ft
Action Stage
1015 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1022 ft
Several homes on South Biron Drive in Biron are surrounded by 4 feet of water. Highway 66 or County P is likely closed due to high water.
1020.5 ft
Up to 2 feet of water surrounds some homes on South Biron Drive in Biron. Portions of Reddin Road are likely closed. Portions of Highway 66 or County Road P near the Stoney Brook Creek bridge are covered with water and may be closed.
1019 ft
Widespread flooding in wooded lowland is occurring along the river. About a half-foot of water surrounds a few homes on South Biron Drive in Biron. Water may be over portions of Reddin Road. Water may also be approaching parts of Highway 66 or County Road P due to Stoney Brook Creek backing up.
1017 ft
Widespread wooded lowland flooding. Water approaches a few homes on South Biron Drive in Biron.
1015 ft
Wooded lowland flooding is occurring. There is minor shoreline flooding of some homes on South Biron Drive in Biron.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2010 | 1020.73 ft | 73,747 cfs |
| Mar 17, 2016 | 1019.66 ft | 65,746 cfs |
| Apr 12, 2011 | 1019.21 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BIRW3
River
Wisconsin River
County
Wood, WI
Coordinates
44.4336°N, 89.7819°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wisconsin River below Biron Dam?
The Wisconsin River below Biron 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 Biron Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wisconsin River below Biron Dam is 1017 feet. Action stage begins at 1015 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1020 feet, and major flooding at 1022 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wisconsin River rises?
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Where is the Wisconsin River below Biron Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wood County, Wisconsin at coordinates 44.4336°N, 89.7819°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: StoraEnso/Consolidated Water Co.
- Gauge reading affected by power generation.
- Stage may be affected by ice.