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West Nishnabotna River

Iowa • 41.3909, -95.3696
Length
122 mi
196 km
Elevation
1,464′ → 906′
557 ft drop
Stream Order
6
Large River
Slope
0.09%
4.6 ft/mi
Drainage
1,607 mi²
4,162 km²
Avg Flow
957 cfs
1.6 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,854 mi
2,983 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on West Nishnabotna River

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

Access Sites on West Nishnabotna River

There are 7 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on West Nishnabotna River.