Wind River below Below Diversion Dam at Highway 26 Bridge
Wyoming — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Fremont County, Wyoming on the Wind River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BDDW4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Moderate Flood
7 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Houses and property southeast of the Highway 26 Bridge are totally inundated with water. No access routes available in or out of the property due to the high water.
6 ft
Flood Stage. River begins to overtop left bank just upstream of the Highway 26 Bridge. Minor flooding of homes and property continues southeast of the Highway 26 Bridge.
5.5 ft
Minor flooding begins near homes and property southeast of the Highway 26 Bridge.
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 1, 2020 | 7.45 ft | 5,090 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2020 | 7.45 ft | 5,090 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2017 | 7.21 ft | 10,625 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2017 | 7.21 ft | 10,625 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2021 | 6.44 ft | 3,440 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BDDW4
River
Wind River
County
Fremont, WY
Coordinates
43.2206°N, 108.8933°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wind River below Below Diversion Dam at Highway 26 Bridge?
The Wind River below Below Diversion Dam at Highway 26 Bridge gauge is maintained by USGS 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 below Below Diversion Dam at Highway 26 Bridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wind River below Below Diversion Dam at Highway 26 Bridge is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
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Where is the Wind River below Below Diversion Dam at Highway 26 Bridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fremont County, Wyoming at coordinates 43.2206°N, 108.8933°W. 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 U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
- Stage data may not be available during winter months.