RIVER GAUGE · SWEETWATER RIVER
Sweetwater River near Sweetwater Station
Fremont County, Wyoming
Water level1.22 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action6 ft
Minor flood7 ft
Moderate flood8 ft
Major flood9 ft
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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 |
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