Major Flood
10 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
9 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Major flooding along the river channel, affecting businesses on the west side of Nevada State highway 225 in Mountain City. Impacts to highway 225 possible along the reach from Allegheny Creek south of Mountain City to Owyhee.
9 ft
Moderate flooding occurs along the river channel. River embankment erosion occurs. Rodeo grounds are flooded. Low-lying hay fields and pasture flooding occurs. Businesses located along the river in Mountain City experience water seepage. Water has to be pumped from the Visitor Center. River level is nearing the road level of Nevada State Highway 225 between Mountain City and Owyhee. Access to Pleasant Valley is impacted.
8 ft
Minor flooding along the river channel.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 1993 | 9.81 ft | 2,007 cfs |
| Feb 9, 2017 | 9.38 ft | 1,807 cfs |
| Apr 18, 2011 | 9.18 ft | 1,715 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Owyhee River near Mountain City?
The Owyhee River near Mountain City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13175100) 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 Owyhee River near Mountain City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Owyhee River near Mountain City is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Owyhee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Owyhee River near Mountain City 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 Owyhee River near Mountain City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Elko County, Nevada at coordinates 41.8605°N, 115.9893°W. USGS site number: 13175100. 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