Des Moines River Near Tracy, Ia Realtime Data
DES MOINES RIVER NEAR TRACY, IA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
9,860
Discharge (cfs)
5.9
Gauge Height (ft)
USGS 05488500
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 9,860 cfs, and a gauge height of 5.86 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 15,906 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Raccoon River and the Boone River, and is disrupted by a few dams. The seasonal trends of the river indicate higher flows in the spring due to snowmelt and precipitation, and lower flows in the summer and fall. Interesting hydrological facts about the Des Moines River include its role in providing drinking water to several communities, its historical use for transportation and commerce, and its presence in several state parks and recreation areas.
July 15, 2026
| Elevation | 676.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 5.86 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 9860.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 97% |
| Year Over Year Average | 10,200 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 48,300 cfs |
| Geolocation | 41.28, -92.86 |
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