Major Flood
35 ft
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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
31 ft
Minor Flood
27 ft
Action Stage
25 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
Low lying areas of Winkleman and Hayden threatened. Highway 177 impacted between Winkleman and Kelvin. Copper Basin Railroad, which acts as a levee for Kearny, could begin to be overtopped or breached. Town of Florence downstream may be threatened.
31 ft
Residents on Riverside Road in Kelvin are isolated as road becomes flooded. Kearny airport, mobile home park and golf course begin to flood. Florence-Kelvin Highway Bridge impacted.
27 ft
Potential undermining of Highway 177 and Copper Basin Railroad due to bank erosion. Water reaches the dikes surrounding the Hayden Water Treatment Plant.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 1983 | 33 ft | 100,000 cfs |
| Jan 19, 1916 | 32.3 ft | 132,000 cfs |
| Sep 27, 1926 | 32 ft | 82,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gila River at Kelvin?
The Gila River at Kelvin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09474000) 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 Gila River at Kelvin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gila River at Kelvin is 27 feet. Action stage begins at 25 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 31 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gila River rises?
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Where is the Gila River at Kelvin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pinal County, Arizona at coordinates 33.1028°N, 110.9765°W. USGS site number: 09474000. 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