Rapid Creek Near Iowa City, Ia Realtime Data
RAPID CREEK NEAR IOWA CITY, IA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
5
Discharge (cfs)
3.9
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 5 cfs, and a gauge height of 3.85 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 13 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The primary flow provider for the creek is precipitation, which can result in significant changes in water flow during heavy rain events. The creek also receives water from various surrounding tributaries. The Coralville Reservoir Dam is located upstream from the stream gauge and can impact the water levels of Rapid Creek. Seasonal trends show that flow rates are generally higher in the spring due to snowmelt and spring rain, and lower in the summer and fall. A quirky fact about Rapid Creek is that it is known for its brown trout population, making it a popular spot for fly fishing enthusiasts.
August 10, 2026
| Elevation | 688.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 3.85 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 4.79 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 97% |
| Year Over Year Average | 5 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 3,290 cfs |
| Geolocation | 41.70, -91.49 |
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