Wind River near Kinnear
Wyoming — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Fremont County, Wyoming on the Wind River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06227600, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
11 ft
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
9.92 ft
Record stage and flow---16,600 cfs (7/1/2011).
9 ft
Flood stage. Agricultural flooding along both banks becomes more widespread and intensifies. Water begins to encroach the north end of Highway 132.
8 ft
Bankfull stage. Minor agricultural flooding along right bank. Water begins to move towards low areas north of Highway 132.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2011 | 9.92 ft | 16,600 cfs |
| Jul 1, 2011 | 9.92 ft | 16,600 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2017 | 9.73 ft | 12,800 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2017 | 9.73 ft | 12,800 cfs |
| Jun 19, 2018 | 9.44 ft | 12,100 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wind River near Kinnear?
The Wind River near Kinnear gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06227600) 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 near Kinnear?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wind River near Kinnear is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wind River rises?
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Where is the Wind River near Kinnear gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fremont County, Wyoming at coordinates 43.1427°N, 108.7090°W. USGS site number: 06227600. 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.