Wapsipinicon River Near Anamosa, Ia Realtime Data
WAPSIPINICON RIVER NEAR ANAMOSA, IA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
2,750
Discharge (cfs)
8.3
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 2,750 cfs, and a gauge height of 8.25 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 4,178 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river's flow is mainly dependent on precipitation, snowmelt, and groundwater discharge. The Wapsipinicon River has several significant tributaries, including the Maquoketa River and Buffalo Creek. There are also several dams along the river that help regulate its flow. The river experiences variability in flow throughout the year, with the highest flows occurring during the spring and summer due to increased precipitation and snowmelt. Interestingly, the Wapsipinicon River is known for its unique winding path, which has been compared to a snake.
July 17, 2026
| Elevation | 779.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 8.25 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 2750.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 197% |
| Year Over Year Average | 1,395 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 23,500 cfs |
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