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Wapsipinicon River Water Level

Live gauge height for Wapsipinicon River, measured at USGS station Wapsipinicon River at Independence, IA (1.3 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
5.00 ft
Updated 14 min ago
vs. 30-day average
Streamflow
312 cfs

Boat Ramps on Wapsipinicon River (2)

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Wapsipinicon River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Wapsipinicon River today?

The USGS gauge for Wapsipinicon River (Wapsipinicon River at Independence, IA) currently reads a gauge height of 5.00 feet. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Wapsipinicon River high or low right now?

Compare today's reading with the 30-day chart above — a reading near the top of the range means high water, near the bottom means low water.

Where can I launch a boat on Wapsipinicon River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on Wapsipinicon River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 05421000. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.