Is the Indian Creek flooding?

Iowa · 2 gauges · Iowa river levels

The Indian 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 Indian 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 8 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 Indian Creek near Mingo, IA. The highest level ever recorded there was 21.40 ft on 20 May 1944. Peak records there go back to 1944 (59 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.57 ft, 17.8 ft below that record.

Drains 276 sq mi · gauge elevation 810 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Indian Creek at Marion, IA	No flooding	2.83 ft	7.5 ft	84 min ago
Indian Creek near Mingo, IA	No flooding	3.57 ft	—	54 min ago

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.