RIVER GAUGE · BLACKFOOT RIVER
Blackfoot River near Shelley (Wolverine Canyon)
Bingham County, Idaho
Water level6.04 ft
Flow255 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action7.5 ft1,196.1 cfs
Minor flood8.5 ft2,161.3 cfs
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 8.5 ft
From the mouth of Wolverine Canyon upstream to the Blackfoot Dam, water flooding may be possible. Unimproved campgrounds may have water seeping or ponding in them along with strong flows at river's edge. Flat areas along the river and croplands may have water ponding.
- 7.5 ft
From the mouth of Wolverine Canyon upstream to the Blackfoot Dam, water within 1 foot of bankfull in many locations.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 1987 | 9.1 ft | 3,220 cfs |
| May 14, 1984 | 8.59 ft | 2,080 cfs |
| Jun 4, 1983 | 8.42 ft | 2,020 cfs |
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