Bear River below Pixley Dam
Wyoming — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lincoln County, Wyoming on the Bear River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 10028500, 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
10.5 ft
Moderate Flood
9.5 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10.9 ft
Record stage and flow---2,060 cfs (6/5/1983).
10.5 ft
Major widespread agricultural flooding. Road to gagehouse is under water.
9.5 ft
Agricultural flooding increases and becomes more widespread along both banks. Standing water on road to gagehouse.
8.5 ft
Flood stage. Minor agricultural flooding especially along left bank.
7.5 ft
Bankfull stage.
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 4, 1983 | 10.9 ft | 2,060 cfs |
| Jun 4, 1983 | 10.9 ft | 2,060 cfs |
| Jun 17, 1965 | 9.91 ft | 1,430 cfs |
| Jun 17, 1965 | 9.91 ft | 1,430 cfs |
| Jun 19, 2011 | 9.72 ft | 1,770 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear River below Pixley Dam?
The Bear River below Pixley Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10028500) 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 Bear River below Pixley Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear River below Pixley Dam is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9.5 feet, and major flooding at 10.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bear River rises?
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Where is the Bear River below Pixley Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Wyoming at coordinates 41.9380°N, 110.9869°W. USGS site number: 10028500. 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