Major Flood
9 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
The town of Lowman will experience record flooding with significant property damage.
8.5 ft
Houses on both sides of the river in the lower section Lowman will flood. Sandbagging will be needed to prevent major damage. Portions of North Shore Drive, Ospree Drive and River Front Road will be flooded.
8 ft
Properties downstream from the Highway 21 Bridge along North Shore Drive and along Osprey Drive on the south bank will flood. Water will reach the first floor of houses along the south bank. Flooding will occur upstream from the Highway 21 bridge along River Front Road. Rock Creek Road and Osprey Drive will be submerged in spots.
7.5 ft
Water will approach houses on Osprey Drive along the south bank of the river, and sand bags will be needed to protect property. Water will begin seeping into property along North Shore Drive downstream from the Highway 21 bridge. Kirkham Hot Springs Recreational Area will be underwater.
7 ft
Water will flood portions of the Kirkham Hot Springs Recreational Area and high flows will make recreation on and near the river very hazardous. The river will be filled with logs and other floating debris and bank erosion will occur near Lowman. Residents should be aware of increased river levels and prepare to protect property.
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 15, 1974 | 8.36 ft | 8,980 cfs |
| Jun 5, 2010 | 8.12 ft | 8,830 cfs |
| May 19, 2006 | 7.72 ft | 7,480 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PRLI1
River
South Fork Payette River
County
Boise, ID
Coordinates
44.0853°N, 115.6222°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Payette River at Lowman?
The South Fork Payette River at Lowman gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13235000) 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 South Fork Payette River at Lowman?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Payette River at Lowman is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Payette River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Fork Payette River at Lowman 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 South Fork Payette River at Lowman gauge located?
The gauge is located in Boise County, Idaho at coordinates 44.0853°N, 115.6222°W. USGS site number: 13235000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Middle Fork Payette River at Crouch
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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.