Headline:
Flood Warning issued April 21 at 9:46PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 21, 2026 - 7:46pm
Expires:
April 22, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Wisconsin...
Rock River At Jefferson affecting Jefferson County.
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is
forecast.
* WHERE...Rock River at Jefferson.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 11.5 feet, Floodwaters affect Highway K between
Jefferson and Fort Atkinson. Floodwaters affect some low lying
residences and businesses in Jefferson. Water on road at Hwy 26
(Main St) and Hwy N (E Dane St) and S Center Ave. Riverview Drive
near the wastewater plant is flooded and closed.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:00 PM CDT Tuesday the stage was 11.6 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
ending at 9:00 PM CDT Tuesday was 11.6 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood
stage at 11.5 feet.
- Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
11.5 feet on 06/02/2004.
- 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 1000 AM CDT.
Area Description:
Jefferson, WI
Forcast Office:
NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI