Iowa-Illinois Weather Alert: Wapsipinicon River Flooding Threatens Scott, Clinton Counties Through Saturday
DAVENPORT, Iowa — Flooding along the Wapsipinicon River is creating dangerous travel conditions in eastern Iowa heading into Labor Day weekend, with roads in Scott and Clinton Counties affected.
Flooding Conditions Along the River
As of Thursday night, the National Weather Service Quad Cities reported river levels at 11.1 feet, just above the official 11-foot flood stage. While water levels are expected to slowly recede through Saturday, several low-lying roads remain under water.
Impacted areas include:
- Near De Witt
- County Road E63 north of Toronto
Officials stress that drivers should not attempt to drive through flooded or barricaded areas, warning that most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.
Weather Outlook for the Holiday Weekend
While flooding persists in river-adjacent areas, the broader Quad Cities region will enjoy mostly dry weather through the Labor Day weekend:
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 80°F, low around 59°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 79°F, low around 57°F
- Labor Day Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 79°F, low around 56°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 80°F, with thunderstorm chances returning by night
- Wednesday: 40% chance of showers, high near 74°F, low around 67°F
Officials Urge Caution
Emergency officials are asking residents and holiday travelers to:
- Check river advisories before traveling through flood-prone areas.
- Avoid flooded roads — even shallow water can sweep vehicles away.
- Stay alert to potential weather shifts, especially as storms return midweek.
The Wapsipinicon River may recede below flood stage later this weekend, but until then, communities in Scott and Clinton Counties should remain cautious.
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