Major Flood
8.6 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.
Moderate Flood
8.4 ft
Minor Flood
8.2 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8.6 ft
At 8.6 ft, major flooding will occur to the downstream areas of the Bear River below Woodruff Narrows Reservoir. Areas impacted will be mostly contained to agricultural areas...and wetlands adjacent to the river.
8.4 ft
At 8.4 ft, moderate flooding will affect the downstream areas of Bear River below Woodruff Narrows Reservoir. Flooding will be mostly confined to agricultural areas along the Bear River. Additionally, bridges and roads may be impacted all along the riverway.
8.19 ft
At 8.2 ft, minor flooding will affect downstream areas of the Bear River below Woodruff Narrows Reservoir. Areas impacted will be confined to mostly agricultural areas and some assorted low lying bridges and roads close to the Bear River.
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 9, 2010 | 7.73 ft | 3,020 cfs |
| Jul 1, 2011 | 7.69 ft | 2,880 cfs |
| May 14, 2017 | 6.71 ft | 1,900 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear River below Woodruff Narrows Reservoir?
The Bear River below Woodruff Narrows Reservoir gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10020300) 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 Woodruff Narrows Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear River below Woodruff Narrows Reservoir is 8.2 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.4 feet, and major flooding at 8.6 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bear River rises?
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Where is the Bear River below Woodruff Narrows Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Uinta County, Wyoming at coordinates 41.5055°N, 111.0146°W. USGS site number: 10020300. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.