Is the Blackfoot River flooding?

Idaho · 5 gauges · Idaho river levels

The Blackfoot River is tracked by 5 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 Blackfoot River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 5 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.

data refreshed 7 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Blackfoot River near Shelley ID. The highest level ever recorded there was 9.10 ft on 16 May 1987, carrying 3,220 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1903 (97 annual peaks). It is currently at 6.06 ft, 3.0 ft below that record.

Drains 897 sq mi · gauge elevation 4,646 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Blackfoot River above Reservoir near Henry IDNo flooding1.56 ft6.5 ft
Blackfoot River near Shelley IDNo flooding6.06 ft8.5 ft
Blackfoot River near Henry IDNo current data
Blackfoot River below North Canal at Blackfoot IDNo current data
Blackfoot River near Blackfoot IDNo current data5.8 ft
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.