From the City of Cedar Falls
The City of Cedar Falls is continuing to monitor river level projections and work on appropriate flood preparedness procedures. As of 4:28 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, the Cedar River was at 88.33 feet according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). At this level, water covers the bike path at George Wyth Park and starts to approach the north and south legs of Cottage Row Road south of Snag Creek.
According to NOAA, the Cedar River is currently expected to crest at 92.2 feet at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 1*. In that event, water will flood Tourist Park and Island Park. Water will be in the southeast corner of Gateway Park and cover Riverside Drive south of Beech Street.
Cedar Falls Public Safety reminds residents to stay away from floodwater and to never drive through a flooded roadway. Always abide by any City posted signs or barriers regarding potential road or parking closures.
City staff will continue to monitor the river levels and provide press releases as needed. Flood information can be found on the City’s webpage at www.cedarfalls.com/812/Flood-Information. Residents can also monitor and view the current river level at water.noaa.gov/gauges/CEDI4. A brochure is available online which includes what to do to prepare for a flood and streets that may be impacted. These can also be picked up in the City Hall lobby. To sign up for flood text/email alerts, visit bit.ly/cfnotify.
*As of 4:34 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Please visit water.noaa.gov/gauges/CEDI4 for the latest Cedar River projection levels.