Major Flood
13.5 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.
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
12.5 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13.5 ft
Major flooding of farmland is likely. Water may cover a few county roads near the river. Low lying properties near the river around Shelley and Firth may be inundated with water.
13 ft
Moderate lowland flooding will occur along the river.
12.5 ft
Water will cover the end of Highline Road near the riverjust south of Firth. Some outbuildings at the end of Highline Road will have water in or around them and water may cover some driveways. Lowland flooding will occur adjacent to the river around Shelley downstream to near Rose.
12 ft
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 16, 1918 | 16.97 ft | 47,200 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1997 | 16.05 ft | 47,800 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1917 | 14.68 ft | 36,800 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Snake River near Shelley?
The Snake River near Shelley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13060000) 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 Shelley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Snake River near Shelley is 12.5 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 13.5 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 Shelley 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 Shelley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bingham County, Idaho at coordinates 43.4131°N, 112.1349°W. USGS site number: 13060000. 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.