Iowa River at County Highway E49 near Tama, IA
Is Iowa River at County Highway E49 near Tama, IA flooding right now?
No — Iowa River at County Highway E49 near Tama, IA is at 4.26 ft, 8.2 ft below its 12.5 ft flood stage, as of 41 min ago.
Gauge height
4.26 ft
Streamflow
1,280 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 12.5 ft, with major flooding at 14 ft. The highest crest on record was 15.2 ft on Tue, May 28, 2013.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 11 ft | 6.7 ft below |
| Minor flood | 12.5 ft | 8.2 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 13 ft | 8.7 ft below |
| Major flood | 14 ft | 9.7 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 15.2 ft | 2013-05-28 |
| 15.08 ft | 2014-07-03 |
| 14.08 ft | 2015-12-16 |
| 13.95 ft | 2019-03-16 |
| 13.69 ft | 2024-05-24 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Richland Creek near Haven, IA | 9.4 mi | Tama County |
| Timber Creek near Marshalltown, IA | 11.5 mi | Marshall County |
| Iowa River at Marshalltown, IA | 15.6 mi | Marshall County |
| Walnut Creek near Hartwick, IA | 15.6 mi | Poweshiek County |
| Salt Creek near Elberon, IA | 16.6 mi | Tama 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.