Major Flood
13 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
3750 cfs flow. Likely to cause major flooding downstream in Supai village 4 to 7 hours later.
10 ft
1520 cfs flow. May cause moderate flooding downstream in Suapi villago 4 to 7 hours later.
7.5 ft
450 cfs flow. May cause minor flooding downstream in Supai campground 4 to 7 hours later.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2012 | 12.19 ft | 2,740 cfs |
| Jul 27, 2013 | 9.92 ft | 1,480 cfs |
| Mar 23, 2023 | 9.25 ft | 1,153 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CCHA3
River
Cataract Creek
County
Coconino, AZ
Coordinates
36.0400°N, 112.5467°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cataract Creek below Heather Wash?
The Cataract Creek below Heather Wash gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09404107) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Cataract Creek below Heather Wash?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cataract Creek below Heather Wash is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cataract Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cataract Creek below Heather Wash to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Cataract Creek below Heather Wash gauge located?
The gauge is located in Coconino County, Arizona at coordinates 36.0400°N, 112.5467°W. USGS site number: 09404107. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey