Minor Flood
8.4 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Action Stage
7.4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8.4 ft
Minor flooding from around the Triumph area downriver to the confluence of the Big Wood River. East Fork Road near Triumph may have water flowing over it. Areas around Hyndman View Drive may have water flowing over roadways.
7.4 ft
Near bankfull from near Triumph down-river to the confluence of the Big Wood River with pockets of low-land flooding.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2017 | 8.62 ft | 822 cfs |
| Jun 12, 2022 | 8.2 ft | 687 cfs |
| Jun 13, 2019 | 7.87 ft | 584 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EFGI1
River
East Fork Big Wood River
County
Blaine, ID
Coordinates
43.6032°N, 114.3301°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of East Fork Big Wood River at Gimlet?
The East Fork Big Wood River at Gimlet gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13138000) 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 East Fork Big Wood River at Gimlet?
The NWS-defined flood stage for East Fork Big Wood River at Gimlet is 8.4 feet. Action stage begins at 7.4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when East Fork Big Wood River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add East Fork Big Wood River at Gimlet to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the East Fork Big Wood River at Gimlet gauge located?
The gauge is located in Blaine County, Idaho at coordinates 43.6032°N, 114.3301°W. USGS site number: 13138000. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.