Is the South Fork Owl Creek flooding?

Wyoming · 2 gauges · Wyoming river levels

The South Fork Owl Creek 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 South Fork Owl Creek 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 2 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 South Fork Owl Creek near Anchor, WY. The highest level ever recorded there was 7.59 ft on 25 July 1941, carrying 1,940 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1932 (37 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.92 ft, 5.7 ft below that record.

Drains 87 sq mi · gauge elevation 6,452 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
South Fork Owl Creek near Anchor, WYNo flooding1.92 ft
South Fork Owl Creek below Anchor Reservoir, 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.