Minor Flood
3.1 ft
Current Water Level
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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
2.75 ft
What Floods at Each Level
3.1 ft
Lowland flooding possible from Elk Mountain Resort area downstream to the confluence of the Salmon River. Sawtooth Terra Tracts Road in Staley may have water over parts of it on the west end of town. Residents near the creek may experience seep and ponding near them.
2.75 ft
Nearing bankfull from Stanley Lake Road to the confluence of the Salmon River. Minor ponding in low-lying areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 28, 1913 | 4.6 ft | 1,040 cfs |
| May 28, 1921 | 4.4 ft | 1,850 cfs |
| Jun 4, 2010 | 3.98 ft | 2,210 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Valley Creek at Stanley?
The Valley Creek at Stanley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13295000) 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 Valley Creek at Stanley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Valley Creek at Stanley is 3.1 feet. Action stage begins at 2.75 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Valley Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Valley Creek at Stanley 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 Valley Creek at Stanley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Custer County, Idaho at coordinates 44.2225°N, 114.9312°W. USGS site number: 13295000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Salmon River below Yankee Fork
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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.