Kickapoo River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Kickapoo River Levels

April 23 2024

1,388 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-27.0 cfs (-3.71%) since yesterday
53.92% of normal Low

Total streamflow across the Kickapoo River was last observed at 700 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,388 acre-ft of water today; about 54% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,298 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2017-07-21 when daily discharge volume was observed at 13,400 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Kickapoo River At Steuben reporting a streamflow rate of 504 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Kickapoo River At State Highway 33 At Ontario with a gauge stage of 8.94 ft. This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Kickapoo River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 877 ft, the Kickapoo River At State Highway 33 At Ontario.

Last Updated 2024-04-23
Streamflow 700.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 53.92%
Maximum 13,400.0 cfs
2017-07-21

About the kickapoo river


The Kickapoo River is a tributary of the Wisconsin River that stretches for 126 miles through southwestern Wisconsin. Historically, the river valley was home to the Kickapoo tribe, who used its fertile floodplains for farming. Today, the river is used for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, canoeing, and camping. The river's hydrology is characterized by a steep gradient and rapid flow, which can lead to flooding during heavy rain events. Several reservoirs and dams have been constructed along the river, including the Wauzeka Dam and the La Farge Dam. These structures are used for flood control and to generate hydroelectric power. The surrounding agricultural lands utilize the river for irrigation purposes, and the river is also home to numerous species of fish and wildlife.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Kickapoo River At State Highway 33 At Ontario
USGS 05407470
149 cfs 8.94 ft
Kickapoo River At La Farge
USGS 05408000
196 cfs 3.33 ft -4.39
Kickapoo River At Steuben
USGS 05410490
504 cfs 6.63 ft -3.45

Peak Annual Discharge

Kickapoo River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Kickapoo River Year Over Year Discharge


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