Davenport, Iowa – Flooding along the Wapsipinicon River is creating dangerous travel conditions in eastern Iowa heading into Labor Day weekend. Roads near De Witt and County Road E63 north of Toronto remain impacted Friday night, with water levels still above flood stage. Motorists are urged to avoid driving through barricaded or flooded areas, where most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities, the Wapsipinicon River measured 11.1 feet Thursday night, just above the 11-foot flood stage. Levels are expected to slowly recede through Saturday but could still affect low-lying roads in Scott and Clinton Counties. Officials continue to remind drivers: turn around, don’t drown.
The broader Quad Cities region stays mostly dry through the weekend, offering some relief for holiday travelers. Highs near 78 degrees Friday and 80 degrees Saturday will give way to a sunny and mild Sunday, with comfortable temperatures in the upper 70s. By Tuesday night, however, thunderstorms may return, bringing another round of unsettled weather to eastern Iowa.
Residents should stay alert for changing river conditions and check for updated advisories, especially if traveling through flood-prone areas. With clear skies expected for much of the Labor Day holiday, outdoor plans remain favorable, but flooding concerns persist until river levels drop further.
Five Day Forecast for Davenport, Iowa
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 80. Low around 59.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 79. Low around 57.
- Labor Day Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 79. Low around 56.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny during the day. Thunderstorm chances return Tuesday night. High near 80, low around 58.
- Wednesday: 40% chance of showers. High near 74, low near 67.
