Major Flood
11 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.
Moderate Flood
9.5 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6.25 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Major flooding in Menan-Roberts area. Interstate 15 may be closed due to flooding. County road bridges will begin to wash out.
9.5 ft
Flooding can be expected in the Menan-Roberts area.
8 ft
Flooding near the Warm Springs Resort area is possible.
6.25 ft
Action Stage 6.25 ft. Actual flooding is limited to islands and bars and levees on both banks of the Snake River, between the US HWY 20 bridge and the Heise area. Channel changes, including flows into high water channels, may impinge upon levees in the reach and threaten their structural integrity, leading to a breach and possible flooding outside of the levee system. Actions by local agencies may include responding to potential breaches and conducting emergency repairs.
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 12, 1997 | 11.26 ft | 43,500 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1943 | 10.04 ft | 36,000 cfs |
| May 31, 1956 | 9.22 ft | 33,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HEII1
River
Snake River
County
Bonneville, ID
Coordinates
43.6124°N, 111.6598°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Snake River near Heise?
The Snake River near Heise gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13037500) 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 Snake River near Heise?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Snake River near Heise is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6.25 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9.5 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Snake River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Snake River near Heise to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Snake River near Heise gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bonneville County, Idaho at coordinates 43.6124°N, 111.6598°W. USGS site number: 13037500. 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.