Is the Pecatonica River flooding?

Wisconsin · 2 gauges · Wisconsin river levels

The Pecatonica River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Wisconsin. 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 Pecatonica River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 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 Wisconsin river levels.

data refreshed 11 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 Pecatonica River at Martintown, WI. The highest level ever recorded there was 22.41 ft on 16 March 2019, carrying 16,500 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1916 (87 annual peaks). It is currently at 5.35 ft, 17.1 ft below that record.

Drains 1,034 sq mi · gauge elevation 757 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Pecatonica River at Darlington, WI	No flooding	2.65 ft	13.5 ft	89 min ago
Pecatonica River at Martintown, WI	No flooding	5.35 ft	13.5 ft	89 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.