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SwedenFox River near New Munster water level
River gauge, Fox River, Wisconsin, United States
Right now
Below flood stage
Water level
- Flow
- 546 cfs
- Water temperature
- 54 °F
History
What this means
The Fox River near New Munster is at 6.71 ft, in the normal range.
It is 4.29 ft below the flood stage of 11.00 ft.
It has risen 0.15 ft over the past 24 hours. There is still 4.29 ft of room before flood stage. In the last month it has stayed between 6.55 ft and 7.12 ft.
Fall is often low-water season on rivers, until steadier rain returns. The sensor also reports a water temperature of 54 °F.
Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 17.47 ftJuly 13, 2017
Floating and fishing near Fox River near New Munster
Normal flows mean predictable rapids and good access at most put-ins.
Flood stage here is 11.00 ft, 4.29 ft above the current reading. Beyond it, the National Weather Service also defines moderate and major flood stages.
What happens at each level
- 17.00 ft
- Many county roads are impacted. There is widespread flooding near to the river in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake, the Village of Salem Lakes and Trevor. Floodwaters are into the lower and 2-3 ft deep on main levels of some homes along Shorewood Drive, Riverside Drive, 101st Street, 77th St, Hwy W and Shorewood Terrace. Highway 50 is closed due to floodwaters over the highway. Hwy 83 floods at Hwy W in Wheatland. Flooded roads: S 6th St, Oak St, 318th Ave, 317th Ave, 71st St, south end of 312th and 313th
- 16.00 ft
- Many county highways are closed or impassable. Highway 50 is closed. There is widespread flooding in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes, including Trevor. Some homes near the riverhave 1-2 ft of water on their main levels. Flooded roads: S 6th St, Oak St, 318th Ave, 317th Ave, 71st St, south end of 312th and 313th St, and 314th Ave.
- 15.00 ft
- Highway 50 is closed due to floodwaters over the highway. There is widespread flooding in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes. Flooded roads: S 6th St, Oak St, 318th Ave, 317th Ave, 71st St, south end of 312th and 313th St, and 314th Ave. Floodwaters are into the lower levels of some homes in those areas along N Riverside Drive, Shorewood Drive, 101st Street and Shorewood Terrace.
- 14.00 ft
- There is flooding of the lower levels of homes in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes areas along N Riverside Drive, Shorewood Drive, 101st Street and Shorewood Terrace. Flooded roads: S 6th St, Oak St, 318th Ave, 317th Ave, 71st St, south end of 312th and 313th St, and 314th Ave. Water on Hwy W north and south of Hwy 50.
- 13.50 ft
- Floodwaters are into the lower levels of some homes in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes areas along Riverside Drive and Shorewood Drive.
- 12.00 ft
- Water is up to the first floor levels of some homes in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of Salem Lakes area along Riverside Drive and Shorewood Drive. Hoosier Creek Rd floods.
- 11.50 ft
- Water is in the yards of some homes in the Village of Salem Lakes and Town of Wheatland areas, including Riverside Dr and Shorewood Dr. There are 3-4 inches of water over 77th Street in the Town of Wheatland.
- 11.00 ft
- Floodwaters begin to affect 77th St. in the Town of Wheatland. Floodwaters are near some homes along Riverside Dr, Shorewood Dr, and Highway W in the Village of Salem Lakes and Town of Wheatland areas. Fox River Park boat launch starts to flood.
- 10.00 ft
- Floodwaters are near some homes along Highway W in the Village of Salem Lakes and Town of Wheatland areas.
- 6.71 ft
- Right now
Impact statements from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Highest crests on record
Chance of at least minor flooding in October to December: 45 %.
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17.47 ft | July 13, 2017 |
| 2 | 15.18 ft | June 15, 2008 |
| 3 | 15.04 ft | April 19, 2026 |
| 4 | 14.98 ft | August 24, 2007 |
| 5 | 14.50 ft | April 20, 2013 |
| 6 | 13.73 ft | May 24, 2004 |
| 7 | 13.68 ft | June 15, 1999 |
| 8 | 13.63 ft | October 4, 2019 |
| 9 | 13.61 ft | October 4, 2019 |
| 10 | 13.40 ft | September 14, 2019 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on the Fox River
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River at PrincetonRiver gauge, Fox River | 5.17 ft | Below flood stage | −0.10 ft | 97 mi |
| Fox River at WaukeshaRiver gauge, Fox River | 3.15 ft | Below flood stage | −0.04 ft | 27 mi |
| Fox River at Waterford Dam, at WaterfordRiver gauge, Fox River | 1.78 ft | No reference yet | +0.08 ft | 11 mi |
| Fox River at RochesterRiver gauge, Fox River | 4.61 ft | Normal | +0.01 ft | 9 mi |
| Fox River at JohnsburgRiver gauge, Fox River | 3.98 ft | Low | +0.13 ft | 16 mi |
| Fox River near McHenryRiver gauge, Fox River | 4.01 ft | Normal | +0.24 ft | 21 mi |
| Fox River at AlgonquinRiver gauge, Fox River | 1.66 ft | Normal | −0.05 ft | 31 mi |
| Fox River at South ElginRiver gauge, Fox River | 12.70 ft | Normal | −0.09 ft | 43 mi |
| Fox River at South Elgin, Il (Tailwater)River gauge, Fox River | 6.81 ft | Normal | −0.05 ft | 43 mi |
| Fox River at MontgomeryRiver gauge, Fox River | 11.68 ft | Normal | −0.07 ft | 61 mi |
| Fox River at YorkvilleRiver gauge, Fox River | 12.95 ft | Normal | −0.05 ft | 68 mi |
| Fox River at DaytonRiver gauge, Fox River | 7.29 ft | Normal | −0.14 ft | 90 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Lake at Twin LakesLake, Elizabeth Lake | 794.09 ft | Very high | +0.01 ft | 8 mi |
| Elizabeth Lake Drain near Twin LakesRiver gauge, Elizabeth Lake Drain | 794.01 ft | High | ±0 | 9 mi |
| Channel Lake near AntiochLake, Channel Lake | 4.14 ft | Low | −0.13 ft | 10 mi |
| Geneva Lake at Lake GenevaLake, Geneva Lake | 2.50 ft | High | −0.03 ft | 11 mi |
| Nippersink Creek near Spring GroveRiver gauge, Nippersink Creek | 4.59 ft | High | −0.16 ft | 12 mi |
| Fox Lake near Lake VillaLake, Fox Lake | 4.06 ft | Low | −0.03 ft | 14 mi |
| Nippersink Lake at Fox LakeLake, Nippersink Lake | 4.05 ft | Low | +0.02 ft | 15 mi |
| Wind Lake at Outlet at Wind LakeLake, Wind Lake | 7.66 ft | High | +2.55 ft | 15 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for the Fox River near New Munster?
The official flood stage is 11.00 ft. The level is currently 4.29 ft below it.
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
What is the water level of Fox River near New Munster today?
On Oct 19, 2026, 01:00 PM CDT, the water level was 6.71 ft. Up 0.15 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is Fox River near New Munster rising or falling?
Up 0.15 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Fox River near New Munster normal?
Below flood stage. Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Fox River near New Munster?
The highest level on record is 17.47 ft on July 13, 2017.
How often is this data updated?
The U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:05545750(Agency page)- Coordinates
42.61085, -88.22592(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NAVD88
- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water level | 6.71 ft | 2026-10-19 18:00 | Provisional |
| Flow | 546 cfs | 2026-10-19 18:00 | Provisional |
| Water temperature | 54 °F | 2026-10-19 18:00 | Provisional |
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U.S. Geological Survey: Fox River near New Munster (usgs:05545750). Accessed October 19, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/wisconsin/fox-river-near-new-munster
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