Minor Flood
11 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
10.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Flooding is possible along many stretches of the Yankee Fork River with some bank erosion. Water in some Yankee Fork ponds overflowing on the east side of the Yankee Fork Road. Water nearing the Yankee Fork Road in residential area near Ramey Creek.
10.5 ft
River within one foot of bankfull along several stretches with some bank erosion possible.
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 31, 2017 | 12.25 ft | 3,380 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1974 | 11.5 ft | 4,900 cfs |
| Jun 12, 2022 | 11.02 ft | 2,220 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
YFSI1
River
Yankee Fork Salmon River
County
Custer, ID
Coordinates
44.2789°N, 114.7339°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yankee Fork Salmon River near Clayton?
The Yankee Fork Salmon River near Clayton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13296000) 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 Yankee Fork Salmon River near Clayton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yankee Fork Salmon River near Clayton is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Yankee Fork Salmon River rises?
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Where is the Yankee Fork Salmon River near Clayton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Custer County, Idaho at coordinates 44.2789°N, 114.7339°W. USGS site number: 13296000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Salmon River below Yankee Fork
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey