Minor Flood
4 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BARW4). 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.
Action Stage
3 ft
What Floods at Each Level
5 ft
Water begins to encorach low lying areas along county road and access to bridge becomes impacted. Widespread low lying flooding upstream and downstream of gage and county road bridge.
4 ft
Flood stage. Low lying flooding intensifies and becomes more widespread upstream and downstream of gage and county road bridge.
3 ft
Bankfull stage. Water begins to overflow into low lying areas upstream and downstream of gage and county road bridge.
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 27, 2019 | 3.7 ft | — |
| May 21, 2011 | 2.77 ft | — |
| Jul 5, 2013 | 2.73 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BARW4
River
Middle Fork Powder River
County
Johnson, WY
Coordinates
43.6111°N, 106.8905°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Middle Fork Powder River at Bar C Ranch?
The Middle Fork Powder River at Bar C Ranch 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 Middle Fork Powder River at Bar C Ranch?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Middle Fork Powder River at Bar C Ranch is 4 feet. Action stage begins at 3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Middle Fork Powder River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Middle Fork Powder River at Bar C Ranch 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 Middle Fork Powder River at Bar C Ranch gauge located?
The gauge is located in Johnson County, Wyoming at coordinates 43.6111°N, 106.8905°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.