Major Flood
11 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.57 ft
RECORD STAGE AND FLOW--17,300 CFS (6/9/1981).
11 ft
ACCESS TO THE DOWNSTREAM TRAILER PARK UNDER HWY 120 BRIDGE LIMITED DUE TO HIGH WATER.
10 ft
MAJORITY OF TRAILER PARK DOWNSTREAM AND BELOW HWY 120 BRIDGE IS COVERED WITH WATER.
9 ft
FLOOD STAGE. MOBILE HOME/TRAILER PARK BELOW HWY 120 BRIDGE MAY SEE WATER AT LOW-LYING AREAS.
8 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 8, 1981 | 11.57 ft | 17,300 cfs |
| Jun 19, 1974 | 10.36 ft | 12,000 cfs |
| Jun 27, 1970 | 10.08 ft | 11,200 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shoshone River below Buffalo Bill Reservior?
The Shoshone River below Buffalo Bill Reservior gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06282000) 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 Shoshone River below Buffalo Bill Reservior?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shoshone River below Buffalo Bill Reservior is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Shoshone River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Shoshone River below Buffalo Bill Reservior 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 Shoshone River below Buffalo Bill Reservior gauge located?
The gauge is located in Park County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.5170°N, 109.0984°W. USGS site number: 06282000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Data courtesy of U.S. Bureau of Reclamation