Clear Creek near Buffalo
Wyoming — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Johnson County, Wyoming on the Clear Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06318500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
Action Stage
5.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
6.5 ft
Flood stage. Water begins to flood low areas of Clear Creek Trail 600 to 800 feet downstream of gage on left bank and just downstream of historic Buffalo hydro-electric power plant. Flooding occurring at City Park in Buffalo at this stage.
6.19 ft
Record stage and flow---3,420 cfs (6/15/1963).
5.5 ft
Bankfull 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 1949 | 5.5 ft | 1,310 cfs |
| Jun 5, 1949 | 5.5 ft | 1,310 cfs |
| Jun 15, 1962 | 5.29 ft | 1,390 cfs |
| Jun 15, 1962 | 5.29 ft | 1,390 cfs |
| Jun 8, 1968 | 5.17 ft | 1,720 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Clear Creek near Buffalo?
The Clear Creek near Buffalo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06318500) 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 near Buffalo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Clear Creek near Buffalo is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Clear Creek rises?
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Where is the Clear Creek near Buffalo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Johnson County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.3329°N, 106.7772°W. USGS site number: 06318500. 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