Is the Little Wood River flooding?

Idaho · 2 gauges · Idaho river levels

The Little Wood River is tracked by 2 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 Wood River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 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 Idaho river levels.

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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 Wood River near Carey ID. The highest level ever recorded there was 16.74 ft on 24 April 1982, carrying 20,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1927 (98 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.05 ft, 14.7 ft below that record.

Drains 310 sq mi · gauge elevation 4,992 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Little Wood River above High Five Creek near Carey IDNo flooding1.28 ft5.4 ft
Little Wood River near Carey IDNo flooding2.05 ft5.8 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.