Weiser River at Cambridge
Idaho — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Washington County, Idaho on the Weiser River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 13258500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
14.5 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11.5 ft
8,443 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Water will impact the trailer court in Cambridge. Many county roads will be flooded and impassable. Water will flood homes near the river around Cambridge and Midvale not protected by levees.
13.5 ft
Water will cover portions of Bain Road and Goodrich Road. Some homes near the river east of Cambridge will be surrounded by water and some outbuildings will be flooded. Water will approach the top of the levee protecting Mundo RV Park.
13 ft
Flooding of fields and agricultural land near the river will occur from Mundo RV Park downstream through the Cambridge and Midvale areas. Water will cover portions of Old Highway Road in the canyon just south of Cambridge. Water will begin flooding feedlots near the river between the Mill Road bridge and the Highway 95 bridge east of Cambridge. Water will approach some homes between Selubia Bridge and the canyon just south of Cambridge. Debris may begin piling up at bridges.
12.5 ft
Flooding of fields and agricultural land adjacent to the river can be expected around Cambridge and Midvale.
12 ft
Minor flooding of low lying areas near the river can be expected downstream of Cambridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 1964 | 15.9 ft | 8,500 cfs |
| Dec 22, 1964 | 15.9 ft | 8,500 cfs |
| Jan 1, 1997 | 14.54 ft | 22,800 cfs |
| Jan 1, 1997 | 14.54 ft | 22,800 cfs |
| Feb 24, 1958 | 14.36 ft | 7,260 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CAMI1
River
Weiser River
County
Washington, ID
Coordinates
44.5794°N, 116.6433°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Weiser River at Cambridge?
The Weiser River at Cambridge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13258500) 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 Weiser River at Cambridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Weiser River at Cambridge is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Weiser River rises?
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Where is the Weiser River at Cambridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Idaho at coordinates 44.5794°N, 116.6433°W. USGS site number: 13258500. 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.