Is the Bear River flooding?
The Bear River is tracked by 6 USGS streamgauges in Idaho. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Bear River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 3 of 6 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Idaho river levels.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Bear River at Soda Springs ID. The highest level ever recorded there was 8.40 ft on 9 June 1896, carrying 6,380 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1896 (63 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear River at Border, WY | No flooding | 0.89 ft | 7.5 ft | |
| Bear River at Pescadero ID | No flooding | 4.84 ft | 6.25 ft | |
| Bear River at Idaho-Utah State Line | No flooding | 9.75 ft | 18.07 ft | |
| Bear River at Soda Springs ID | No current data | — | — | — |
| Bear River at Alexander ID | No current data | — | — | — |
| Bear River below Upl Tailrace at Oneida ID | No current data | — | — | — |
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.