Is the West Branch Milwaukee River flooding?

Wisconsin · 4 gauges · Wisconsin river levels

The West Branch Milwaukee River is tracked by 4 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 West Branch Milwaukee River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 4 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 2 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 Milwaukee River near Kewaskum, WI. The highest level ever recorded there was 6.67 ft on 14 April 2014, carrying 785 cfs. Peak records there go back to 2012 (3 annual peaks).

Drains 57 sq mi · gauge elevation 950 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
West Branch Milwaukee River at Cth F near Byron, WINo current data
West Branch Milwaukee River @ Cth K near Lomira, WINo current data
West Branch Milwaukee River @ Drumlin Dr near Lomira, WINo current data
West Branch Milwaukee River near Kewaskum, WINo current data
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.