Is the Wolf River flooding?

Wisconsin · 4 gauges · Wisconsin river levels

The Wolf 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 Wolf River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 3 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 14 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 Wolf River at New London, WI. The highest level ever recorded there was 11.22 ft on 16 March 1973, carrying 14,100 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1896 (100 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.26 ft, 7.0 ft below that record.

Drains 2,260 sq mi · gauge elevation 748 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Wolf River at Langlade, WINo flooding7.67 ft11.5 ft
Wolf River near Shawano, WINo flooding8.18 ft11 ft
Wolf River at New London, WINo flooding4.26 ft9 ft
Wolf River at Winneconne, 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.