Major Flood
27 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
24 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
27 ft
Large sections of bylas north of highway 70 flooded.
24 ft
Homes threatened in bylas. Agricultural flooding and inundation of portions of highway 70 continues.
22 ft
Reaching maximum extent of agricultural flooding. Highway 70 bridge approaches and portions of highway near bylas likely under water.
20 ft
Agricultural fields flooded in bylas and geronimo areas. Portions of highway 70 near bylas threatened. Highway 70 bridge approaches near bylas threatened.
15 ft
Low-lying riparian areas flooded.
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 2, 1983 | 23 ft | 150,000 cfs |
| Feb 14, 2005 | 21.96 ft | — |
| Jan 19, 1993 | 19.68 ft | 109,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gila River near Calva?
The Gila River near Calva gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09466500) 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 near Calva?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gila River near Calva is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gila River rises?
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Where is the Gila River near Calva gauge located?
The gauge is located in Graham County, Arizona at coordinates 33.1856°N, 110.2201°W. USGS site number: 09466500. 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