South Skunk River at Colfax, IA
Is South Skunk River at Colfax, IA flooding right now?
South Skunk River at Colfax, IA measured 8.88 ft on 2026-09-11 01:45:00 UTC. That observation was 9.1 ft below its 18 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
8.88 ft
Streamflow
513 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 18 ft, with major flooding at 21 ft. The highest crest on record was 23.85 ft on Sat, Aug 14, 2010.
Streamflow outlook
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 15 ft | 6.1 ft below |
| Minor flood | 18 ft | 9.1 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 19 ft | 10.1 ft below |
| Major flood | 21 ft | 12.1 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 23.85 ft | 2010-08-14 |
| 21.53 ft | 1993-07-12 |
| 20.25 ft | 2008-06-14 |
| 19.07 ft | 1990-06-20 |
| 19.02 ft | 2007-04-28 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Red Rock Creek near Colfax, IA | 2.0 mi | Jasper County |
| Walnut Creek near Prairie City, IA | 6.1 mi | Jasper County |
| Indian Creek near Mingo, IA | 9.1 mi | Jasper County |
| Walnut Creek near Vandalia, IA | 10.0 mi | Jasper County |
| Des Moines River near Swan, IA | 13.4 mi | Marion 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.