Action Stage
4.3 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BGDW4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
5.83 ft
Record stage and flow (6/15/1963).
5.5 ft
Flooding downstream in sheridan along parts of leopard street.
4.5 ft
Bankfull stage.
4.3 ft
Sheridan DES indicates that at 1000cfs (4.3ft), flooding begins downstream in Sheridan. (2025)
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 27, 2018 | 6.02 ft | 1,580 cfs |
| Jun 14, 1963 | 5.83 ft | 3,160 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2019 | 5.56 ft | 1,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BGDW4
River
Big Goose Creek
County
Sheridan, WY
Coordinates
44.6951°N, 107.1919°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Goose Creek at Canyon?
The Big Goose Creek at Canyon gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Big Goose Creek at Canyon?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Big Goose Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Goose Creek at Canyon 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 Big Goose Creek at Canyon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sheridan County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.6951°N, 107.1919°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Wyoming State Engineers Office
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.