Moderate Flood
10 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.
Minor Flood
9.2 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.3 ft
Flooding will increase across many streets and impact homes in the flood plain, including the intersection of E and Harding street, Lemhi at Mountain View street, Blaine at White street, and portions of the University of Idaho campus. Similar to the flooding of 2019.
11 ft
Widespread flooding at Mountain View Park and Kiwanis Park, including the bike path. Water will be out of the banks at the D Street and Harding area. Flooding along parts of White Avenue and Blaine Street. Water will be over Stadium Drive near Wicks Field on the University. Widespread field flooding west of Moscow toward the State Line.
10 ft
Water will be up to the homes near the intersection of Bridge and Hillcrest. Intersection at 5th and Roosevelt will be flooded. Storm drains along Main Street will be backed up and overflowing. Mountainview Park will be flooded. Bike path along the creek near the University will be under 6 inches of water.
9.2 ft
Water will be out of the creek at the intersection of Bridge Street and Hillcrest Drive and may also be flowing into the intersection at this stage. Flooding near Damen Street.
8.8 ft
Water will begin backing up through the storm drains on Roosevelt Street.
8.4 ft
Water pooling in Mountain View Park on northeast side of Moscow.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2026 | 11.53 ft | 1,194 cfs |
| Apr 9, 2019 | 11.38 ft | 1,060 cfs |
| Feb 8, 1996 | 11.26 ft | 970 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Paradise Creek at University of Idaho at Moscow ID?
The Paradise Creek at University of Idaho at Moscow ID gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13346800) 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 Paradise Creek at University of Idaho at Moscow ID?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Paradise Creek at University of Idaho at Moscow ID is 9.2 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
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Where is the Paradise Creek at University of Idaho at Moscow ID gauge located?
The gauge is located in Latah County, Idaho at coordinates 46.7319°N, 117.0242°W. USGS site number: 13346800. 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