Oak Creek At South Milwaukee, Wi Realtime Data
OAK CREEK AT SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
6
Discharge (cfs)
2.4
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 6 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.38 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 21 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
This gauge is important for flood forecasting and monitoring water quality. The main constituents of the flow are precipitation and snowmelt. The creek flows through several tributaries and dams, including the Milwaukee River and the Kinnickinnic River. Seasonal trends show that the flow is highest in spring due to snowmelt and rainfall, and lowest in summer and fall. The hydrology of Oak Creek is also affected by human activities such as urbanization and stormwater runoff. Interesting facts include the presence of trout in the creek and its use as a recreational area for fishing and kayaking.
August 16, 2026
| Elevation | 637.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.38 ft |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 634.0 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 5.93 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 111% |
| Year Over Year Average | 5 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 1,680 cfs |
| Geolocation | 42.92, -87.87 |
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