River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS KHBI2
In brief
The Mississippi River at Keithsburg, IL read 8.16 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 4.84 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge KHBI2
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24.49 ft | 2008-06-17 |
| 2 | 24.15 ft | 1993-07-09 |
| 3 | 22.95 ft | 2019-06-02 |
| 4 | 22.62 ft | 2014-07-05 |
| 5 | 21.97 ft | 2019-05-03 |
| 6 | 20.72 ft | 2001-05-12 |
| 7 | 20.60 ft | 2013-04-22 |
| 8 | 20.46 ft | 1965-04-28 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Water affects low-lying areas.
Water affects agricultural land and unpaved county roads.
Water is over the local access road to summer cottages in the Huron Township.
Water affects a campground along the river at Keithsburg.
Water affects low lying areas in Oquawka.
Water is over the campground and boat ramp in Keithsburg.
Water affects houses on 1st Street in Oquawka.
Seepage behind Keithsburgs levee affects Jackson Avenue south of 4th Street.
Water affects most houses on 1st Street in Oquawka.
Water is over Pope street north of Keithsburg.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Mississippi River at Keithsburg is at 8.16 ft, 4.84 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 13 ft, minor flooding 14 ft, moderate flooding 15.5 ft and major flooding 17 ft.
The highest crest on record is 24.49 ft, on 2008-06-17.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge KHBI2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.