Moderate Flood
5 ft
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MLHW4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Minor Flood
4.5 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
5 ft
Moderate Flood. Upper and lower campsites inundated. Flooding near Hyatteville near the confluence of Paint Rock and Medicine Lodge Creeks.
4.5 ft
Flood Stage. Upper campsites will be totally inundated with water. Lower campsites will begin to be inundated with water. Minor flooding near Hyattville near the confluence of Paint Rock and Medicine Lodge Creeks.
4 ft
Action Stage. Upper campsites will start to be inundated with water. Lower campsites may have low lying flooding.
3.5 ft
Bankfull stage. Minor low level flooding in and around upper campsites.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2019 | 4.42 ft | 645 cfs |
| Jun 5, 2012 | 4.2 ft | 877 cfs |
| May 29, 2014 | 4.07 ft | 653 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MLHW4
River
Medicine Lodge Creek
County
Big Horn, WY
Coordinates
44.2943°N, 107.5403°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Medicine Lodge Creek near Hyattville?
The Medicine Lodge Creek near Hyattville 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 Medicine Lodge Creek near Hyattville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Medicine Lodge Creek near Hyattville is 4.5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Medicine Lodge Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Medicine Lodge Creek near Hyattville 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 Medicine Lodge Creek near Hyattville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Big Horn County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.2943°N, 107.5403°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.