Yellowstone River Utah near Altonah
Utah — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Duchesne County, Utah on the Yellowstone River Utah. Live water level data from USGS gauge 09292500, 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
5.2 ft
2,346 cfs
Moderate Flood
4.9 ft
2,152 cfs
Minor Flood
4.7 ft
2,027 cfs
Action Stage
4.3 ft
1,781 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
5.2 ft
Major flooding will occur at 5.20 ft on Yellowstone River. Structures adjacent to the river will receive damage.
4.9 ft
Moderate flooding will occur at 4.90 ft on Yellowstone River. Structures adjacent to the river will receive damage.
4.7 ft
Minor flooding will occur at 4.70 ft on Yellowstone River. Structures adjacent to the river will receive damage.
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 10, 1990 | 4.93 ft | 2,360 cfs |
| Jun 10, 1990 | 4.93 ft | 2,360 cfs |
| Jun 18, 1949 | 4.55 ft | 1,880 cfs |
| Jun 18, 1949 | 4.55 ft | 1,880 cfs |
| Jun 19, 1999 | 4.5 ft | 2,670 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
YLLU1
River
Yellowstone River Utah
County
Duchesne, UT
Coordinates
40.5119°N, 110.3416°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yellowstone River Utah near Altonah?
The Yellowstone River Utah near Altonah gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09292500) 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 Yellowstone River Utah near Altonah?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yellowstone River Utah near Altonah is 4.7 feet. Action stage begins at 4.3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4.9 feet, and major flooding at 5.2 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yellowstone River Utah rises?
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Where is the Yellowstone River Utah near Altonah gauge located?
The gauge is located in Duchesne County, Utah at coordinates 40.5119°N, 110.3416°W. USGS site number: 09292500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.