Upper Iowa River Levels
June 9 2023
2,850 ACRE-FT
Discharge Volume Today
-58.0 cfs (-3.88%) since yesterday66.92% of normal • Low
Total streamflow across the
Upper Iowa River
was last observed at
1437
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
2850
acre-ft of water today; about 67%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
2147 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed at
34,000 cfs
on
2013-06-24.
River Summary: The Upper Iowa River is a 156-mile-long tributary of the Mississippi River that flows through the northeast region of Iowa. The river originates in the highlands of Minnesota and flows through a series of rapids, pools, and limestone bluffs before entering the Mississippi. The river has a significant history, with early settlers using it for transportation and powering mills. Today, the river is mainly used for recreational purposes such as fishing, canoeing, and camping. There are several dams and reservoirs along the river, including the Lake Hendricks Dam and the Upper Iowa Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and serve as popular recreational areas. The agricultural industry also benefits from the river, with local farmers using the river for irrigation and livestock watering.

Last Updated | 2023-06-09 |
Streamflow | 1,437.0 cfs |
Percent Normal | 66.92% |
Maximum |
34,000.0 cfs
2013-06-24 |