Major Flood
9 ft
Current Water Level
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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.
Moderate Flood
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
5.8 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Minor flooding of farmlands is likely below Carey and river channel through town may have water nearing base of bridges.
5.8 ft
Widespread fields and low-lying areas between Gooding through Shoshone and Richfield will experience seepage and ponding. Portions of Mary L. Gooding Memorial Park in Shoshone will be flooded.
5 ft
Fields and low-lying areas between Gooding and about 5 miles East of Shoshone (Dietrich Butte Road) may experience seepage and ponding. Water entering parts of Mary L. Gooding Memorial Park in Shoshone.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 26, 1952 | 8.95 ft | 2,680 cfs |
| Dec 22, 1964 | 8.69 ft | 2,400 cfs |
| May 11, 1958 | 7.41 ft | 2,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WODI1
River
Little Wood River
County
Blaine, ID
Coordinates
43.3899°N, 113.9997°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Wood River near Carey?
The Little Wood River near Carey gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13148500) 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 Little Wood River near Carey?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Wood River near Carey is 5.8 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Wood River rises?
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Where is the Little Wood River near Carey gauge located?
The gauge is located in Blaine County, Idaho at coordinates 43.3899°N, 113.9997°W. USGS site number: 13148500. 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.