Des Moines River at Eddyville, IA
Is Des Moines River at Eddyville, IA flooding right now?
Des Moines River at Eddyville, IA measured 53.11 ft on 2026-10-27 18:15:00 UTC. That observation was 9.9 ft below its 63 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
53.11 ft
Streamflow
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Minor flooding here begins at 63 ft, with major flooding at 70 ft. The highest crest on record was 72 ft on Mon, Jul 12, 1993.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 60 ft | 6.9 ft below |
| Minor flood | 63 ft | 9.9 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 68 ft | 14.9 ft below |
| Major flood | 70 ft | 16.9 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 72 ft | 1993-07-12 |
| 71.87 ft | 2008-06-16 |
| 68.92 ft | 2015-02-23 |
| 68.68 ft | 2010-08-11 |
| 66.64 ft | 1984-06-26 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek at Ottumwa, IA | 13.4 mi | Wapello County |
| South Skunk River near Oskaloosa, IA | 13.8 mi | Mahaska County |
| Des Moines River near Tracy, IA | 14.4 mi | Mahaska County |
| Cedar Creek near Bussey, IA | 14.7 mi | Marion County |
| Des Moines River at Ottumwa, IA | 15.5 mi | Wapello County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.