Is the Rock River flooding?
The Rock River is tracked by 9 USGS streamgauges in Illinois. 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 Rock River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Rock River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Illinois river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock River at Rockton, IL | No flooding | 3.61 ft | 10 ft | |
| Rock River at Latham Park, IL | No flooding | 4.10 ft | 9 ft | |
| Rock River at Auburn St at Rockford | No flooding | 2.71 ft | 6 ft | |
| Rock River above Dam at Rockford, IL | No flooding | 2.34 ft | 4 ft | |
| Rock River at Byron, IL | No flooding | 5.52 ft | 13 ft | |
| Rock River at Dixon, IL | No flooding | 8.16 ft | 16 ft | |
| Rock River at Como, IL | No flooding | 3.76 ft | 12.5 ft | |
| Rock River near Joslin, IL | No flooding | 4.73 ft | 12 ft | |
| Rock River above Sinnissippi Dam at Rock Falls, IL | No flood stage defined | 6.29 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.