Middle River (Iowa), Indianola (05486490)

StateIowaLatestUnknown (63 cfs)
RiverMiddle RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-07-29 7:15 (37 minutes ago)Flood - The river is flooding. Obstacles can be treacherous or deadly. The river should be avoided at this stage for casual trips and definitely for the inexperienced. Trips should be attempted only with protective gear and equipment.Flood(none)(none)
Discharge63 cfs (median: 62 cfs)High - The river is high and potentially dangerous, especially for the young and / or inexperienced. Normal stream obstacles are sometimes difficult to navigate. Extended distances can be attempted, but canoe travel may not be advisable.High(none)(none)
Height7.34 feetGood - Conditions are ideal for a canoe or kayak. Boats typically will drag on fewer than one-quarter of riffles, if at all, and portages are unnecessary or rare. Normal float lengths can be attempted without a problem.Good(none)(none)
TrendSteady (falling over 24 hours)Low - River is low but can still be floated. Some riffles are okay but most come with significant dragging and might need a portage. Float lengths should be reduced to accommodate low flow, dragging, and portages.Low(none)(none)
USGSExternal icon USGS Site (External icon Duck Duck Go Maps)Poor - River is too low to float comfortably. Most or all riffles will drag or must be portaged and some obstacles (such as slick shelf rock) cause undue problems. Avoid the river at this stage for casual paddling trips.Poor(none)(none)

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Trips for Middle River (Iowa), Indianola (05486490)

DateStartEndDistanceConditionDischargeHeightFishingDetails
Click for details2021-11-20 Pammel State Park Pammel State Park Total trip distance: 3.3 miles3.3 Low 75 7.35 None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Solo up and back, no access at Harmon Avenue. Indianola gauge 88.1 ft3/min, 7.35 ft.Solo up and back, no access at Harmon Avenue. Indianola gauge 88.1 ft3/min, 7.35 ft. USGS Gauge Data:
Indianola (05486490)
Discharge: 75
Height: 7.35<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Indianola (05486490)<br />Discharge: 75<br />Height: 7.35 Source: TurnerSource: Turner

A total of 1 rows are displayed.

Trip Summary for Middle River (Iowa), Indianola (05486490)

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People1
Dates1
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Classic Trip List

The classic River Trips application is still available for use. It is updated with the new system using a data retrofit. It is no longer maintained. The original River Trips application is no longer updated (as of 1 Dec 2016) but can be checked for errors or for the condition of the data before it was converted to the new system.

Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge		Minimum
Discharge		Mean
Discharge		P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)		P75P80P90P95
2026-07-29 07:15 7.34 63 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-29 06:15 7.34 63 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-29 05:15 7.34 63 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-29 04:15 7.35 64 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-29 03:15 7.35 64 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-29 02:15 7.35 64 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-29 01:15 7.35 64 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-29 00:15 7.35 64 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-28 23:15 7.35 64 15000 (2015) 2 (1977) 449 10 13 26 30 62 126 170 418 901
2026-07-28 22:15 7.35 64 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 21:15 7.35 64 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 20:15 7.35 64 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 19:15 7.36 66 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 18:15 7.37 67 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 17:15 7.38 69 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 16:15 7.38 69 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 15:15 7.39 70 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 14:15 7.39 70 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 13:15 7.41 73 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 12:15 7.42 75 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 11:15 7.42 75 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 10:15 7.43 76 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 09:15 7.44 78 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 08:15 7.45 80 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 07:15 7.45 80 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 06:15 7.47 83 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 05:15 7.48 85 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 04:15 7.49 86 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 03:15 7.49 86 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 02:15 7.50 88 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 01:15 7.49 86 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-28 00:15 7.49 86 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170
2026-07-27 23:15 7.49 86 11100 (2008) 2 (1977) 307 11 13 28 32 60 120 155 603 1170

A total of 33 rows are displayed for years 1941 through 2025.