Action Stage
4.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BGCW4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
5.5 ft
Flooding of low lying property becomes more widespread along the right bank upstream and downstream of gage. Water begins to encroach low lying areas west of the highway bridge adjacent to gage. Flooding downstream in sheridan at leopard street and at nb avenue intensifiies and becomes more widespread. Flood wave travel time from gage to sheridan is 4 to 6 hours.
5 ft
Flood stage. Minor flooding of low lying property along right bank upstream and downstream of gage. Water level up to beaver creek road and owl creek road near the gauge and on leopard street in sheridan. Any higher and road closures will be needed and access to some homes is cut off. Flood wave travel time from gage to sheridan is 4 to 6 hours.
4.5 ft
Bankfull stage. Water begins to encroach low lying areas along right bank upstream and downstream from gage. DES indicating low land flooding in the Sheridan vicinity begins around this 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2015 | 5.36 ft | 1,920 cfs |
| Jun 29, 2011 | 4.85 ft | — |
| Jun 18, 2022 | 4.8 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BGCW4
River
Big Goose Creek
County
Sheridan, WY
Coordinates
44.7639°N, 107.0742°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Goose Creek below Beaver Creek?
The Big Goose Creek below Beaver Creek 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 below Beaver Creek?
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?
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Where is the Big Goose Creek below Beaver Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sheridan County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.7639°N, 107.0742°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: City of Sheridan Wyoming
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.