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Maquoketa River

Iowa • 42.2634, -90.9946
Length
150 mi
241 km
Elevation
1,147′ → 589′
558 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
0.07%
3.7 ft/mi
Drainage
1,813 mi²
4,696 km²
Avg Flow
1,449 cfs
2.2 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,686 mi
2,713 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Maquoketa River

There are 2 USGS water level monitoring stations on Maquoketa River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Maquoketa River

There are 35 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Maquoketa River.