Is the Cheyenne River flooding?

Wyoming · 2 gauges · Wyoming river levels

The Cheyenne River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Wyoming. 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 Cheyenne River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 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 Wyoming 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 Cheyenne River near Spencer, WY. The highest level ever recorded there was 13.74 ft on 27 May 1962, carrying 16,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1949 (46 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.31 ft, 10.4 ft below that record.

Drains 5,323 sq mi · gauge elevation 3,582 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Cheyenne River near Spencer, WYNo flooding3.31 ft16 ft
Cheyenne River near Dull Center, WYNo 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.