Headline:
Flood Warning issued April 21 at 9:45PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 21, 2026 - 7:45pm
Expires:
April 22, 2026 - 7:45am
Description:
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Wisconsin...
Rock River At Watertown affecting Jefferson County.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring.
* WHERE...Rock River at Watertown.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 5.5 feet, there is widespread lowland flooding in
rural areas around Watertown. About 6 miles upstream near Ixonia,
Wayside Park on Highway 16 and Kanow Park are flooded and Rock
River Road is impacted.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:00 PM CDT Tuesday the stage was 5.6 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 4.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
ending at 9:00 PM CDT Tuesday was 5.7 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood
stage at 5.7 feet.
- Flood stage is 5.5 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
6.0 feet on 04/20/1993.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Even 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet
and a depth of 2 feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim,
or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters,
stop, turn around and go another way.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued Wednesday morning at 945 AM CDT.
Area Description:
Jefferson, WI
Forcast Office:
NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI