Major Flood
10.5 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Homes and property downstream will begin to see considerable flooding.
9.97 ft
Record stage and flow---11,300 cfs (6/9/1997).
9.5 ft
Flood Stage. Low areas upstream and downstream will begin to flood. Houses and property downstream may begin to see minor flooding.
8.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 1997 | 9.97 ft | 11,300 cfs |
| Jun 30, 2011 | 9.13 ft | 9,180 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2017 | 9.1 ft | 8,950 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wind River above Red Creek?
The Wind River above Red Creek gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06220800) 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 Wind River above Red Creek?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wind River above Red Creek is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 10.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wind River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wind River above Red Creek 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 Wind River above Red Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fremont County, Wyoming at coordinates 43.4417°N, 109.4588°W. USGS site number: 06220800. 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.