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14 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12.8 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Major flooding will occur near the river in Payette County. Water will flow over the top of levees near the river. Water will be near the top of the embankment surrounding the Shady River Mobile Home Community. Houses along Highway 52 in the vicinity New Plymouth will flood. Water will flow over the road to a depth of at least 1 foot near the intersection of Highway 52 and Black Bridge Road. Portions of the industrial area in Payette will flood and water will cover portions of Park and River Streets.
13.5 ft
Water will approach the top of Carpenter and Girlock Levees. Some flooding along Killebrew Dr. near Payette is likely. Water will flow over the road near the intersection of Hwy 52 and Black Bridge Rd. Several houses along Hwy 52 near New Plymouth will flood. Portions of River St.and Park St. in Payette may flood. Flooding of low lying areas in the industrial section of Payette is possible. Extensive flooding of agricultural land will occur. Homes at the south end of Dutch Lane may be impacted by flooding.
12.5 ft
Flood waters will approach Highway 52 in the vicinity of New Plymouth threatening several houses in low areas near the river. Houses near Faulks Bridge may also be threatened. Large areas of pastureland near the river will be flooded and livestock should be moved to higher ground. Sections of the greenbelt path in Payette may be flooded.
12 ft
Minor flooding of pasture and farm fields will occur near the river in Payette County. High water may begin to affect portions of the greenbelt in Payette.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 1997 | 14.5 ft | 32,000 cfs |
| Dec 23, 1964 | 13.8 ft | 30,900 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2010 | 13.69 ft | 23,566 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PRPI1
River
Payette River
County
Payette, ID
Coordinates
44.0422°N, 116.9253°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Payette River at Payette?
The Payette River at Payette gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13251000) 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 Payette River at Payette?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Payette River at Payette is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12.8 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Payette River rises?
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Where is the Payette River at Payette gauge located?
The gauge is located in Payette County, Idaho at coordinates 44.0422°N, 116.9253°W. USGS site number: 13251000. 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.