USGS Steam Flow Data
This plugin uses shortcodes so you can get the USGS river flow data for a site location. It also includes a easy to use Site Code Search.
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USGS Steam Flow Data shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 37/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (100+ active installs)
- No update in 3 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.2 (latest is 7.1)
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where USGS Steam Flow Data stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| Fly Fishing | #1 |
| River Flow | #2 |
| Stream Flow | #37 |
| USGS | #2 |
| water level | #15 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 6 reviews
About USGS Steam Flow Data
From the official readme · v23.03.01Description
This plugin allows you to use a shortcode to display the USGS River Data for a site location. The shortcode can be included in Posts, Pages and Text Widgets.
The shortcode allows you to set your own title and whether or not to show a graph with it.
Example Shortcode:
[USGS location=’09080400′ title=’Great Place To Fish’ graph=’show’]
Installation
Using The WordPress Dashboard
- Navigate to the ‘Add New’ in the plugins dashboard
- Search for ‘USGS Steam Flow Data’
- Click ‘Install Now’
- Activate the plugin on the Plugin dashboard
Uploading in WordPress Dashboard
- Navigate to the ‘Add New’ in the plugins dashboard
- Navigate to the ‘Upload’ area
- Select
usgs-stream-flow-data.zipfrom your computer - Click ‘Install Now’
- Activate the plugin in the Plugin dashboard
Using FTP
- Download
usgs-stream-flow-data.zip - Extract the
usgs-stream-flow-data.zipdirectory to your computer - Upload the
usgs-stream-flow-data.zipdirectory to the/wp-content/plugins/directory - Activate the plugin in the Plugin dashboard
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the short code?
Enter [USGS location=’09080400′ graph=’show’ title=’The Title’]. The location is the Site Code for the station, graph is set to ‘show’ to show the graphs, the title is what you want to display as a title. If this is blank it will display the location name.
How do I find the Site Code?
You can find the Site Code quickly and easily by searching for it based on state in the easy to use Site Code Search tab on the plugin settings page.
Why is the data not updating?
There is a built in cache for the data. The data will update every 15 minutes in order to help with site speed and limit the calls to USGS.
Changelog
Tested with 3.9 Updated plugin Description to fit on WordPress.org Updated ScreenShots to match 3.9
22.05.01
- Added
kwc_usgs_before_sitevalues_listaction before sitevalues list. - Added
kwc_usgs_after_sitevalues_listaction after sitevalues list. - Added
kwc_usgs_water_temp,kwc_usgs_flow,kwc_usgs_gageheightfilters. - Tested up to WP Core 6.0.
22.04.01
adds:
– Tested with 5.9.2
– Code Analysis testing for cleaner code and less potential errors.
fixes:
– An error in the shortcode when a location is not found.
21.11.04
fixes: Error where you couldn’t have multiple shortcodes on a page.
21.11.03
adds: version bump.
21.11.02
removes: .wordpress-org from deployment
21.11.01
adds: refactor the majority of the plugin to allow for easier changes in the future.
adds: The ability to change the template for the shortcode by includeing a usgs.php file in your theme or plugin.
adds: tested up to 5.8.1.
removes: WP Support is now 5.5 and up.
removes: PHP compatibility is now 7.0 and up.
Screenshots
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FAQ
USGS Steam Flow Data: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 18, 2026
Is USGS Steam Flow Data free?
Yes. USGS Steam Flow Data is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is USGS Steam Flow Data safe to use in 2026?
USGS Steam Flow Data shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 37/100 on our health check.
How many websites use USGS Steam Flow Data?
USGS Steam Flow Data is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 8,369 times since it launched in November 2013. It was downloaded 79 times in the last 30 days.
Does USGS Steam Flow Data work with WordPress 7.1?
USGS Steam Flow Data is officially tested up to WordPress 6.2.14, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does USGS Steam Flow Data need?
USGS Steam Flow Data requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was USGS Steam Flow Data last updated?
The latest version, 23.03.01, was released on March 28, 2023 (4 years ago).
Who makes USGS Steam Flow Data?
USGS Steam Flow Data is developed and maintained by Chris Kindred.
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