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LAMOILLE CREEK - LAMOILLE (LCLN2)
Latitude:
40.69º N
Longitude:
115.48º W
Elevation:
6240 Feet
Location: Elko County in NV
River Group: Humboldt
Forecast Issued: Apr 11 2026 at 7:45 AM PDT
Next Issuance: Apr 12 2026 at 9:00 AM PDT

Action/
Monitor:
4.0 Ft
Minor
Flood:
4.8 Ft
Moderate
Flood:
5.5 Ft
Major
Flood:
6.0 Ft

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Flood Impacts
6.0 FeetMajor flood stage. The creek in Lamoille hits the bridge with water over the road. Lowland rural roads and homes near the creek experience moderate flooding. This would be similar to the floods of 1986, 1995, and 2010.
5.5 FeetModerate flood stage. The creek in Lamoille approaches the bottom of the bridge. The flow is extremely strong and will carry away any person falling into the creek. Lowland flooding near the creek in Lamoille with nearby homes experiencing minor flooding. Minor flooding across lowland rural roads. This would be similar to the floods of 2019 and 2023.
4.8 FeetMinor flood stage. Minor flooding occurs in the town of Lamoille. Water can seep into basements near the creek.
4.0 FeetAction stage. Visitors to Lamoille Canyon and the Powerhouse Picnic Area need to use extreme caution around Lamoille Creek and other creeks in the Ruby Mountains. Pets, children, and even adults can be swept away in strong currents.