Action Stage
7 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.
What Floods at Each Level
9.9 ft
Record stage and flow---3,160 cfs (4/27/1983).
7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 26, 1983 | 9.9 ft | 3,160 cfs |
| Apr 27, 1980 | 8.84 ft | 2,410 cfs |
| May 12, 1973 | 8.57 ft | 2,040 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SWEW4
River
Sweetwater River
County
Natrona, WY
Coordinates
42.4902°N, 107.1409°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sweetwater River near Alcova?
The Sweetwater River near Alcova gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06639000) 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 Sweetwater River near Alcova?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Sweetwater River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sweetwater River near Alcova 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 Sweetwater River near Alcova gauge located?
The gauge is located in Natrona County, Wyoming at coordinates 42.4902°N, 107.1409°W. USGS site number: 06639000. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.