Major Flood
9 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12.4 ft
Record stage and flow---5,750 cfs (4/24/1980).
8 ft
Water begins to flood low lying property and structures. Access to Willie Center/Sixth Crossing may be very limited due to high water.
7 ft
Flood stage. Water begins to encroach structures in low lying areas. Access to Willie Center/Sixth Crossing may be affected. Access points to downstream Split Rock Ranch may be under water.
6 ft
Bankfull stage. Standing water all around Sweetwater Station and Sixth Crossing area. No structures are in danger of flooding. Downstream at Split Rock Ranch will have standing water in many areas.
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 23, 1980 | 12.4 ft | 5,750 cfs |
| Apr 24, 1983 | 11.54 ft | 4,550 cfs |
| Apr 26, 1974 | 9.78 ft | 2,950 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SWSW4
River
Sweetwater River
County
Fremont, WY
Coordinates
42.5043°N, 108.2507°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sweetwater River near Sweetwater Station?
The Sweetwater River near Sweetwater Station gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06638090) 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 Sweetwater Station?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sweetwater River near Sweetwater Station is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sweetwater River rises?
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Where is the Sweetwater River near Sweetwater Station gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fremont County, Wyoming at coordinates 42.5043°N, 108.2507°W. USGS site number: 06638090. 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.