Major Flood
1058 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
1056 ft
Minor Flood
1053 ft
Action Stage
1051 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1058 ft
Up to 5 feet of water is surrounding homes along Park Drive west of Plover. Several feet of water is covering Blue Heron Road.
1056 ft
Up to 3 feet of water surrounds homes in low-lying areas along Park Drive west of Plover. Floodwaters of up to 3 feet will also cover all of Blue Heron Lane.
1053 ft
Widespread flooding in wooded land adjacent to the river. Floodwaters approach homes in low-lying areas on Park Drive west of Plover.
1051 ft
Flooding is confined to wooded lowland areas.
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 | 1055.99 ft | 67,150 cfs |
| Mar 17, 2016 | 1055.93 ft | 52,580 cfs |
| Apr 11, 2011 | 1055.62 ft | 51,450 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
WTGW3
River
Wisconsin River
County
Portage, WI
Coordinates
44.4864°N, 89.5753°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wisconsin River below Whiting Dam?
The Wisconsin River below Whiting 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 Whiting Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wisconsin River below Whiting Dam is 1053 feet. Action stage begins at 1051 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1056 feet, and major flooding at 1058 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wisconsin River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wisconsin River below Whiting Dam 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 below Whiting Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Portage County, Wisconsin at coordinates 44.4864°N, 89.5753°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.