IsItFlooding

Is the Firehole River flooding?

Wyoming · 2 gauges · Wyoming river levels

The Firehole 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 Firehole River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 Firehole River near West Yellowstone MT. The highest level ever recorded there was 6.10 ft on 18 May 1996, carrying 2,050 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1984 (36 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.88 ft, 3.2 ft below that record.

Drains 261 sq mi · gauge elevation 7,050 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Firehole River at Old Faithful, YNPNo flooding2.44 ft—
Firehole River near West Yellowstone MTNo flooding2.88 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.