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Big Lost River at Lincoln Bridge INL Complex
Idaho — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Butte County, Idaho on the Big Lost River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 13132535, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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Flood Stages

Minor Flood

14.75 ft

385 cfs

Action Stage

14.5 ft

268 cfs

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

What Floods at Each Level

14.75 ft

or 340 cfs... Water flowing at this rate will proceed through INL all the way to the Big Lost River sinks near Howe. Minor flood conditions may appear from the INL Rest Area towards the Howe sinks.

14.5 ft

or 225 cfs... Water flowing at this rate will proceed through INL all the way to the Big Lost River sinks near Howe. If water is flowing during the winter, ice may begin to build up at bridge locations and along many stretches of the river from the ITD Big Lost River rest area through INL.

Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.

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Historic Crests

Date Stage Flow
Jun 16, 1997-9999 ft434 cfs
Jun 16, 1997-9999 ft434 cfs

About This Gauge

USGS Site

13132535

NWS LID

LINI1

River

Big Lost River

County

Butte, ID

Coordinates

43.5739°N, 112.9432°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Big Lost River at Lincoln Bridge INL Complex?

The Big Lost River at Lincoln Bridge INL Complex gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13132535) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.

What is flood stage for Big Lost River at Lincoln Bridge INL Complex?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Lost River at Lincoln Bridge INL Complex is 14.75 feet. Action stage begins at 14.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

How do I get alerts when Big Lost River rises?

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Where is the Big Lost River at Lincoln Bridge INL Complex gauge located?

The gauge is located in Butte County, Idaho at coordinates 43.5739°N, 112.9432°W. USGS site number: 13132535. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey