Major Flood
9 ft
Current Water Level
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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
8 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
6.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Major flooding of downstream homes near Interstate 90. Area around bridge on County Road 80 is inundated with water. Agricultural flooding 1 to 2 miles downstream is more widespread.
8.8 ft
Record stage and flow---2,080 cfs (6/8/1997).
8.5 ft
Water at top of bridge on County Road 80 may make bridge impassable. Flooding of downstream homes near Interstate 90. Minor agricultural flooding 1 to 2 miles downstream.
7.5 ft
Flood stage. Water approaching base of bridge of County Road 80. Minor floodiong close to downstream homes near Interstate 90. Travel time of flood wave to downstream homes near Interstate 90 is 8 to 10 hours.
6.5 ft
Bankfull stage.
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 7, 1997 | 8.8 ft | 2,080 cfs |
| Jun 14, 1963 | 7.98 ft | 1,860 cfs |
| Jun 8, 1968 | 7.96 ft | 1,840 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rock Creek near Buffalo?
The Rock Creek near Buffalo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06320000) 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 Rock Creek near Buffalo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rock Creek near Buffalo is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rock Creek rises?
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Where is the Rock Creek near Buffalo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Johnson County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.4563°N, 106.8782°W. USGS site number: 06320000. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.