Encampment River near Encampment
Wyoming — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Carbon County, Wyoming on the Encampment River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06623800, 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
5.5 ft
Action Stage
4.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
6.22 ft
Record stage and flow of 2,250 cfs established on June 7 2010.
5.5 ft
Flood Stage. Low lying area flooding occurs in Riverside. Flood wave travel time to Riverside is four to five hours.
4.5 ft
Bankfull stage. Begin monitoring river levels downstream in Riverside. Flood wave travel time is four to five hours.
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 7, 2010 | 6.22 ft | 2,350 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2010 | 6.22 ft | 2,350 cfs |
| Jun 29, 2011 | 6.06 ft | 2,180 cfs |
| Jun 29, 2011 | 6.06 ft | 2,180 cfs |
| May 29, 2014 | 5.4 ft | 1,680 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HOGW4
River
Encampment River
County
Carbon, WY
Coordinates
41.0236°N, 106.8248°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Encampment River near Encampment?
The Encampment River near Encampment gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06623800) 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 Encampment River near Encampment?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Encampment River near Encampment is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at 4.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Encampment River rises?
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Where is the Encampment River near Encampment gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carbon County, Wyoming at coordinates 41.0236°N, 106.8248°W. USGS site number: 06623800. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.