Clear Creek at Buffalo
Wyoming — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Johnson County, Wyoming on the Clear Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BCCW4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
7.5 ft
Moderate Flood
7 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7.5 ft
New Dawn Mobile Home Park will be inundated with water. Access roads to City Park will be under water and impassable. Standing water over sidewalks near town bridge.
7.1 ft
Record stage and flow---2,475 cfs (6/8/1997).
7 ft
Standing water across New Dawn Mobile Home Park. Deep standing water throughout City Park. Access roads to City Park will begin to be impassable over low lying areas.
6.5 ft
Water flowing over the top of concrete barrier and entering New Dawn Mobile Home Park. Standing water in City Park.
6 ft
Flood stage. Water near the top of the concrete barrier at New Dawn Mobile Home Park. Water begins to flow into City Park with only minor flooding.
5 ft
Bankfull stage. Concrete barrier at New Dawn Mobile Home Park is halfway covered with water.
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 8, 1997 | 7.1 ft | 2,475 cfs |
| Jun 8, 1997 | 7.1 ft | 2,475 cfs |
| Jun 13, 2017 | 6.42 ft | 1,880 cfs |
| Jun 13, 2017 | 6.42 ft | 1,880 cfs |
| May 21, 2008 | 6.29 ft | 2,033 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BCCW4
River
Clear Creek
County
Johnson, WY
Coordinates
44.3434°N, 106.7058°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Clear Creek at Buffalo?
The Clear Creek at Buffalo 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 Clear Creek at Buffalo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Clear Creek at Buffalo is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 7.5 feet.
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Where is the Clear Creek at Buffalo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Johnson County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.3434°N, 106.7058°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Data courtesy of WY State Engineers Office
- Stage data may not be available during winter months.