Minor Flood
7.3 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.
Action Stage
6.8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7.3 ft
Lowland flooding possible from near the SNRA building upstream to around the Caribou Campground.
6.8 ft
Near bankfull from near the SNRA building upstream to around the Caribou Campground.
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 7, 2017 | 7.48 ft | 1,270 cfs |
| Jun 11, 2022 | 7.32 ft | 1,060 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2019 | 7.01 ft | 735 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NFBI1
River
North Fork Big Wood River
County
Blaine, ID
Coordinates
43.7861°N, 114.4192°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Fork Big Wood River near Ketchum?
The North Fork Big Wood River near Ketchum gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13135520) 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 North Fork Big Wood River near Ketchum?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Fork Big Wood River near Ketchum is 7.3 feet. Action stage begins at 6.8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when North Fork Big Wood River rises?
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Where is the North Fork Big Wood River near Ketchum gauge located?
The gauge is located in Blaine County, Idaho at coordinates 43.7861°N, 114.4192°W. USGS site number: 13135520. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Big Wood River near Ketchum
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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.