Is the West Branch Du Page River flooding?

Illinois · 3 gauges · Illinois river levels

The West Branch Du Page River is tracked by 3 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 West Branch Du Page River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 3 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 Illinois river levels.

data refreshed 16 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 West Branch Du Page River near Warrenville, IL. The highest level ever recorded there was 17.08 ft on 18 April 2013, carrying 4,160 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1961 (65 annual peaks). It is currently at 8.60 ft, 8.5 ft below that record.

Drains 91 sq mi · gauge elevation 677 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
West Branch Du Page River near West Chicago, ILNo flooding2.97 ft7 ft
West Branch Du Page River near Warrenville, ILNo flooding8.60 ft12.5 ft
West Branch Du Page River near Naperville, ILNo flooding5.34 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.