Is the Cedar Creek flooding?

Iowa · 2 gauges · Iowa river levels

The Cedar Creek is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Iowa. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Cedar Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Iowa river levels.

data refreshed 6 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Cedar Creek near Bussey, IA. The highest level ever recorded there was 34.61 ft on 3 July 1982, carrying 96,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1946 (79 annual peaks). It is currently at 5.43 ft, 29.2 ft below that record.

Drains 374 sq mi · gauge elevation 682 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Cedar Creek near Bussey, IANo flooding5.43 ft25 ft
Cedar Creek near Oakland Mills, IANo flood stage defined6.35 ft
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.