Action Stage
13 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.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Bankfull stage.
11.1 ft
Recrod stage and flow---25,200 cfs (6/16/1935).
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 15, 1935 | 11.1 ft | 25,200 cfs |
| Jun 23, 1967 | 10.83 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1963 | 10.62 ft | 24,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LVEW4
River
Bighorn River
County
Big Horn, WY
Coordinates
44.7586°N, 108.1815°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bighorn River near Kane?
The Bighorn River near Kane gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06279500) 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 Bighorn River near Kane?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Bighorn River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bighorn River near Kane 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 Bighorn River near Kane gauge located?
The gauge is located in Big Horn County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.7586°N, 108.1815°W. USGS site number: 06279500. 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.