Highest crests on record
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.90 ft | 2018-09-05 |
| 2 | 3.85 ft | 2008-06-14 |
| 3 | 3.81 ft | 2004-06-23 |
| 4 | 3.81 ft | 2011-04-30 |
| 5 | 3.72 ft | 2018-05-14 |
| 6 | 3.66 ft | 2019-04-28 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
River stage
Menasha-Jefferson Park, Fox River
- River level
- 2.68 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 5.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 5.50 ft
- Record crest
- 3.90 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS MNSW3
- Record crest
- 3.90 ft
- Flood stage
- 5.50 ft
- Moderate flood
- 6.50 ft
- Major flood
- 7.50 ft
- Crest date
- 2018-09-05
In brief
The Fox River at Menasha-Jefferson Park, WI read 2.68 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 2.32 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge MNSW3
Stage threshold profile
What happens at each level
- 5.00 ft
Minor lowland flooding near Jefferson Park.
- 5.50 ft
Minor flooding at Jefferson Park and lowland areas along Lake Winnebago.
- 6.50 ft
Jefferson Park and area homes are surrounded by a foot of water.
- 7.50 ft
Up to 2 feet of water is surrounding homes in the area.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Fox River flooding at Menasha-Jefferson Park?
No. The Fox River at Menasha-Jefferson Park is at 2.68 ft, 2.32 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Menasha-Jefferson Park?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 5 ft, minor flooding 5.5 ft, moderate flooding 6.5 ft and major flooding 7.5 ft.
What is the highest the Fox River has been at Menasha-Jefferson Park?
The highest crest on record is 3.9 ft, on 2018-09-05.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge MNSW3). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.