Minor Flood
9.5 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.
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9.5 ft
Flooding of lowland areas and ponding from the Sunbeam area downstream through Challis to the Ellis region. Campgrounds near Challis and Ellis will have water in them. Side roads from Challis to Sunbeam may be washed out or have water over them.
9 ft
Salmon River will be within one foot of bankfull in many locations between the Sunbeam area downstream through Challis to the Ellis region. Localized lowland seep and ponding is possible.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2017 | 10.64 ft | 8,790 cfs |
| Jun 7, 1972 | 10.59 ft | 8,740 cfs |
| May 31, 1986 | 10.55 ft | 8,540 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Salmon River below Yankee Fork?
The Salmon River below Yankee Fork gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13296500) 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 Salmon River below Yankee Fork?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Salmon River below Yankee Fork is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Salmon River rises?
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Where is the Salmon River below Yankee Fork gauge located?
The gauge is located in Custer County, Idaho at coordinates 44.2683°N, 114.7328°W. USGS site number: 13296500. 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.