South Fork Owl Creek above Anchor Reservior
Wyoming — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Hot Springs County, Wyoming on the South Fork Owl Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06260000, 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
Action Stage
4.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
8.69 ft
RECORD STAGE.
4.5 ft
BANKFULL STAGE. BLM CAMPGROUND ALONG LB MAY BE FLOODED AT STAGES GREATER THAN 6.0 FT
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 1941 | 8.73 ft | 1,940 cfs |
| Jul 24, 1941 | 8.73 ft | 1,940 cfs |
| Jul 7, 1975 | 6.9 ft | 870 cfs |
| Jul 7, 1975 | 6.9 ft | 870 cfs |
| May 26, 1969 | 6.66 ft | 314 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OWLW4
River
South Fork Owl Creek
County
Hot Springs, WY
Coordinates
43.6669°N, 108.8558°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Owl Creek above Anchor Reservior?
The South Fork Owl Creek above Anchor Reservior gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06260000) 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 South Fork Owl Creek above Anchor Reservior?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Owl Creek rises?
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Where is the South Fork Owl Creek above Anchor Reservior gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hot Springs County, Wyoming at coordinates 43.6669°N, 108.8558°W. USGS site number: 06260000. 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 WY State Engineers Office