Moderate Flood
12 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.
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.66 ft
Record stage and flow---30,200 cfs (6/11/1997).
11.1 ft
Flows in excess of 30,000 cfs can cause substantial erosional damage to the levee system. Levee repair begins to overwhelm available resources. Extended periods of flow at this level seriously threatens low-lying property in the Snake River flood plain below Jackson Lake.
10.8 ft
Minor damage and/or problems to levee structures between Jackson Lake and the gage site begin. 24-hour monitoring of levees is needed.
10.5 ft
Snake River begins to cause flooding near the Bridger-Teton National Forest Cottonwood Work Center. Cabins and garages begin to flood and escape routes start to be cut off.
10 ft
Flood stage. Minor low land flooding.
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 11, 1997 | 11.66 ft | 30,200 cfs |
| Jun 5, 1986 | 10.22 ft | 25,600 cfs |
| Jun 10, 1996 | 10.12 ft | 24,800 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Snake River near Jackson?
The Snake River near Jackson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 13018750) 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 Snake River near Jackson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Snake River near Jackson is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Snake River rises?
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Where is the Snake River near Jackson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Teton County, Wyoming at coordinates 43.3722°N, 110.7386°W. USGS site number: 13018750. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey