Major Flood
10 ft
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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.
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Flooding of low lying areas at mobile home park along left bank adjacent to river gage. Major flooding of Platte River Parkway.
8.3 ft
Record stage. (6/23/1983)
8 ft
Flood stage. Widespread flooding of low lying areas of Platte River Parkway. Water begins to enter low areas of mobile home park along left bank adjacent to river gage.
7 ft
Bankfull stage. Water enters parking lot of Tate Pumphouse Restaurant. Low lying areas along the Platte River Parkway are totally submerged.
6.5 ft
Water begins to enter low lying areas along Platte River Parkway. Water nears low lying areas adjacent to the Tate Pumphouse Restaurant.
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 8, 1984 | 8.34 ft | 8,600 cfs |
| Jun 20, 2011 | 7.9 ft | 8,615 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1983 | 7.66 ft | 8,274 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CPRW4
River
North Platte River
County
Natrona, WY
Coordinates
42.8536°N, 106.3314°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Platte River at Casper?
The North Platte River at Casper 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 North Platte River at Casper?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Platte River at Casper is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Platte River rises?
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Where is the North Platte River at Casper gauge located?
The gauge is located in Natrona County, Wyoming at coordinates 42.8536°N, 106.3314°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Bureau of Reclamation
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.