Creek IA

North Branch Lizard Creek - Rush Lake

Iowa • 42.9501, -94.8612

Hydrography profile Updated Dec 29, 2025

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USGS and NOAA data is for informational purposes. Source notes

Length

51 mi

81 km

Elevation

1,343′ → 1,148′

195 ft drop

Stream Order

Medium River

Slope

0.07%

3.8 ft/mi

Drainage

139 mi²

360 km²

Avg Flow

70 cfs

0.9 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

1,733 mi

2,790 km to ocean

Classification

Headwater

Source Stream

Elevation Profile

Water Quality

Data from EPA Water Quality Portal (USGS, EPA, state agencies).

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Access Sites on North Branch Lizard Creek - Rush Lake

There are 2 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on North Branch Lizard Creek - Rush Lake.