Major Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12.5 ft
Many areas in the town of Baggs will be under water. Water reaches the base of the County Road 607 bridge.
12 ft
Major flooding occurs in many areas in the town of Baggs. Access to the County Road 607 bridge is blocked by high water. Major lowland flooding occurs from Savery to Baggs. Flood wave travel time to Baggs is approximately 5 to 6 hours.
11 ft
Major lowland flooding occurs downstream in the town of Baggs. Standing water reaches along County Road 607 approaching the bridge. Access to the bridge may become impassable. Moderate to major lowland flooding develops from Savery to Baggs. Flood wave travel time to Baggs is approximately 5 to 6 hours.
10 ft
Flood stage. Water enters low lying areas along County Road 607 approaching the bridge. Standing water along low lying areas along the left and right river banks. Moderate lowland flooding occurs in the town of Baggs. Minor lowland agricultural flooding continues to become more widespread from Savery to Baggs.
9.5 ft
Low lying flooding intensifies and becomes more widespread downstream in the town of Baggs. Flood wave travel time to Baggs is approximately 5 to 6 hours. Minor lowland agricultural flooding becomes more widespread from Savery to Baggs.
9 ft
Bankfull stage. Water flows over low lying areas along the right and left river banks. Minor flooding expected dwonstream in the town of Baggs. Peak flow travel time to Baggs is approximately 5 to 6 hours. The river may come out of its banks from Savery to Baggs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2016 | 9.5 ft | 5,982 cfs |
| May 30, 2014 | 8.51 ft | 5,691 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2011 | 8.47 ft | 10,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LSSW4
River
Little Snake River
County
Carbon, WY
Coordinates
41.0167°N, 107.4403°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Snake River near Savery?
The Little Snake River near Savery 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 Little Snake River near Savery?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Snake River near Savery is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Snake River rises?
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Where is the Little Snake River near Savery gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carbon County, Wyoming at coordinates 41.0167°N, 107.4403°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.