River Conditions
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River stage

Mill Creek (IA)

River level
1231.97 ft
Status
Below flood stage

Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS

Gauges reporting
1 of 1
Above flood stage
0
Above action stage
0
Overall
Below flood stage
Publisher
NWS · USGS

In brief

On Oct 13, 2026, 1 of 1 gauge on the Mill Creek (IA) reported, and none was above flood stage.

Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges

Mill Creek level at Larrabee

The Mill Creek is measured in one place, at Larrabee, IA. The height below is the river at that spot rather than along its whole length, because the National Weather Service sets a flood stage for each gauge separately.

LocationState Level Flood stage Status
Larrabee IA 1231.97 ft 1241.00 ft normal, steady

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Mill Creek flooding right now?

No. The Mill Creek is below flood stage at Larrabee, IA, its only gauge, as of 2026-10-13.

How high is the Mill Creek?

The Mill Creek is at 1231.97 ft at Larrabee, IA, the only gauge on the river.

Where is the Mill Creek measured?

The National Weather Service and USGS operate one gauge on the Mill Creek, at Larrabee, IA.

What does flood stage mean?

Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. On the Mill Creek it is set for the gauge at Larrabee, IA, so it describes conditions there rather than along the whole river. 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.