River stage
Indian Creek (IA)
- River level
- Normal
- Status
- Below flood stage
Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS
- Gauges reporting
- 2 of 3
- Above flood stage
- 0
- Above action stage
- 0
- Overall
- Below flood stage
- Publisher
- NWS · USGS
In brief
On Oct 13, 2026, 2 of 3 gauges on the Indian Creek (IA) reported, and none was above flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges
Indian Creek levels, gauge by gauge
The Indian Creek is measured at 3 gauges. Flood stages are set per gauge, so the same river is "high" at one town and normal at the next.
| Location | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Council Bluffs | 1031.36 ft | out of service |
| Emerson | 1039.42 ft | normal, steady |
| Emerson | 1058.54 ft | below flood stage |
Other rivers nearby
- Indian Creek (AL) different river, same name
- Indian Creek (CA) different river, same name
- Indian Creek (KS) different river, same name
- Indian Creek (MO) different river, same name
- Indian Creek (OH) different river, same name
- Indian Creek (WV) different river, same name
- Raccoon River 5 gauges
- Walnut Creek (IA) 7 gauges
Frequently asked questions
Is the Indian Creek flooding right now?
No. Every one of the 2 reporting gauges on the Indian Creek is below flood stage as of 2026-10-13.
How high is the Indian Creek?
The river is measured at several points and each reads a different height. Emerson is at 1039.42 ft.
Where is the Indian Creek measured?
The National Weather Service and USGS operate 3 gauges on the Indian Creek in Iowa.
What does flood stage mean?
Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. It is set per gauge, so the same river can be above flood stage in one town and normal a few miles downstream. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.
River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.