River stage
Emerson, Indian Creek
- River level
- 1039.42 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 1050.67 ft
- Flood stage
- 1051.67 ft
- Record crest
- 8.92 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS EMEI4
- Record crest
- 8.92 ft
- Flood stage
- 1051.67 ft
- Moderate flood
- 1054.92 ft
- Major flood
- 1058.00 ft
- Crest date
- 2012-04-15
In brief
The Indian Creek at Emerson, IA read 1039.42 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 11.25 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge EMEI4
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8.92 ft | 2012-04-15 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Indian Creek flooding at Emerson?
No. The Indian Creek at Emerson is at 1039.42 ft, 11.25 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Emerson?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 1050.67 ft, minor flooding 1051.67 ft, moderate flooding 1054.92 ft and major flooding 1058 ft.
What is the highest the Indian Creek has been at Emerson?
The highest crest on record is 8.92 ft, on 2012-04-15.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge EMEI4). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.