Action Stage
4 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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
4 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 7, 2011 | 4.26 ft | 477 cfs |
| Jun 4, 2010 | 4 ft | 388 cfs |
| May 27, 2014 | 3.74 ft | 314 cfs |
About This Gauge
Get Flood Alerts for Firehole River
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Firehole River at Old Faithful (YNP)?
The Firehole River at Old Faithful (YNP) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06036805) 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 Firehole River at Old Faithful (YNP)?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Firehole River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Firehole River at Old Faithful (YNP) 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 Firehole River at Old Faithful (YNP) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Teton County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.4594°N, 110.8217°W. USGS site number: 06036805. 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 U.S. Geological Survey