West Fork Cedar River At Finchford, Ia Realtime Data
WEST FORK CEDAR RIVER AT FINCHFORD, IA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
477
Discharge (cfs)
7.4
Gauge Height (ft)
USGS 05458900
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 477 cfs, and a gauge height of 7.35 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 749 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by various streams and rainwater runoff from the surrounding area. There are no major dams or tributaries at this location. Seasonal trends show higher flow rates in the spring due to snowmelt and rainfall. Interestingly, the Cedar River is known for its recreational opportunities such as fishing and kayaking. However, it has also been prone to flooding in the past, causing damage to nearby towns and communities.
August 22, 2026
| Elevation | 859.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 7.35 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 477.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 234% |
| Year Over Year Average | 203 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 10,300 cfs |
| Geolocation | 42.63, -92.54 |
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