RIVER GAUGE · SALMON RIVER
Salmon River at Salmon
Lemhi County, Idaho
Water level1.97 ft
Flow854 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action7 ft
Minor flood7.5 ft
Moderate flood8.5 ft
Major flood9.5 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 9.5 ft
Homes and businesses near the river may experience flooding.
- 8 ft
A few houses near the river may experience flooding.
- 7.5 ft
Some farmland and low lying areas near salmon may be flooded.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 1985 | 10.33 ft | — |
| Jan 7, 1942 | 9.62 ft | — |
| Jan 11, 1973 | 9.6 ft | — |
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