North Platte River near Glenrock
Wyoming — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Converse County, Wyoming on the North Platte River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06646800, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
9 ft
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Widespread lowland flooding in the vicinity of Glenrock and locations up to five miles downstream of the gage. Unable to drive across the Converse County Road 27 (Tank Farm Road) bridge approximately 1.25 miles below the gage due to flooding.
8 ft
Flood waters totally inundate property across from the gage. Lowland flooding becomes more widespread in the vicinity of Glenrock and locations up to five miles downstream of the gage. High water begins to affect access to the Converse County Road 27 (Tank Farm Road) bridge approximately 1.25 miles below the gage. The gage house is not accessible due to high water.
7.18 ft
Record stage established on June 20 2011.
7 ft
Flood stage. High water begins to inundate low lying areas of property across from the gage. Lowland flooding occurs in the vicinity of Glenrock and points up to five miles downstream of the gage.
6.1 ft
Record flow of 16,000 cfs established on May 15 1965.
6 ft
Action/Bankfull stage. River reaches the bottom of the gage house. Water begins to encroach low lying areas of property across from the gage.
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 20, 2011 | 7.18 ft | 9,747 cfs |
| Jun 20, 2011 | 7.18 ft | 9,747 cfs |
| May 20, 1973 | 6.65 ft | 13,500 cfs |
| May 20, 1973 | 6.65 ft | 13,500 cfs |
| Jun 9, 1984 | 6.39 ft | 9,150 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GLNW4
River
North Platte River
County
Converse, WY
Coordinates
42.8361°N, 105.7589°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Platte River near Glenrock?
The North Platte River near Glenrock gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06646800) 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 near Glenrock?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Platte River near Glenrock is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
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Where is the North Platte River near Glenrock gauge located?
The gauge is located in Converse County, Wyoming at coordinates 42.8361°N, 105.7589°W. USGS site number: 06646800. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey