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Flood — Ozaukee, WI

May 23, 2004

The Milwaukee River at Cedarburg rose above its flood stage of 10 feet on May 23rd at 0537 CST. The river crested at 13.19 feet on May 23rd at 2145 CST, 2.49 feet above flood stage. At this crested level, moderate flooding occurred. Damage to road systems, public buildings, public utilities, and basements were reported. The river fell below flood stage on May 25th at 0026 CST.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5404112). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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