Major Flood
7.5 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
7 ft
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
Action Stage
5.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7.5 ft
Record stage---(6/24/1945).
7.33 ft
Record flow---4,868 cfs (6/30/2011).
7 ft
Water overtopping bridge at Kedesh Guest Ranch. Road on either side of bridge may become impassable.
6.5 ft
Flood stage. Water near top bridge at Kedesh Guest Ranch. Low lying areas adjacent to bridge will have standing water.
5.5 ft
Bankfull stage. Water approaching base of bridge at Kedesh Guest Ranch.
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 23, 1945 | 7.49 ft | 3,020 cfs |
| Jun 29, 2011 | 7.33 ft | 4,868 cfs |
| Jun 15, 1995 | 6.67 ft | 2,450 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shell Creek near Shell?
The Shell Creek near Shell gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06278500) 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 Shell Creek near Shell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shell Creek near Shell is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 7.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Shell Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Shell Creek near Shell 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 Shell Creek near Shell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Big Horn County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.5650°N, 107.7129°W. USGS site number: 06278500. 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