Is the Little Lost River flooding?

Idaho · 3 gauges · Idaho river levels

The Little Lost River is tracked by 3 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 Little Lost River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 3 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 8 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 Little Lost River near Howe, ID. The highest level ever recorded there was 7.22 ft on 17 June 1975, carrying 255 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1921 (78 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.59 ft, 4.6 ft below that record.

Drains 697 sq mi · gauge elevation 5,026 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Little Lost River below Wet Creek near Howe IDNo flooding1.17 ft3.4 ft
Little Lost River near Howe, IDNo flooding2.59 ft4.5 ft
Little Lost River above Flood Diversion near Howe IDNo 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.