Gila River near Dome
Arizona — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Yuma County, Arizona on the Gila River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 09520500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
30 ft
Moderate Flood
26 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
High banks on the north side of the river overflow. Major flooding occurs throughout the Gila River valley. This level is below the flood of record, 200,000 cfs, which occurred on January 22nd, 1916.
30 ft
Major damage occurs throughout the area. All but the highest banks overflow in the immediate area of the gage.
26.81 ft
Peak flow of March 3rd, 1993 is reached. This is the flow of record since Painted Rock Dam was constructed. Extensive flooding occurs along the Gila River.
26 ft
Extensive flooding of agricultural areas, low bridges, and roadways occurs. There is a major impact at the confluence with the lower Colorado River in Yuma.
25.75 ft
The peak flow of February 15th, 1932 is equaled. This was the highest recorded flow prior to the construction of Painted Rock Dam.
24 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor lowland flooding occurs. Low water crossings are inundated.
22 ft
Bankfull stage is reached. Overflow of low lying areas adjacent to the south side of the river occurs. There is some impact at the confluence of the Gila with the lower Colorado River at Yuma.
20.87 ft
Equals the peak flow of September 25, 1998. Lowland overflow on the south side of the river occurs.
20 ft
Minor inundation of low areas adjacent to the river occurs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 1993 | 26.81 ft | 28,900 cfs |
| Mar 2, 1993 | 26.81 ft | 28,900 cfs |
| Sep 24, 1997 | 20.87 ft | 7,750 cfs |
| Sep 24, 1997 | 20.87 ft | 7,750 cfs |
| Jan 20, 2010 | 20.35 ft | 3,030 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gila River near Dome?
The Gila River near Dome gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09520500) 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 Dome?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gila River near Dome is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
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Where is the Gila River near Dome gauge located?
The gauge is located in Yuma County, Arizona at coordinates 32.7609°N, 114.4205°W. USGS site number: 09520500. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers