Major Flood
24 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
22.5 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Several homes and businesses flooded, mostly on north sides of Solomon, Safford, and Thatcher. Bridges may be overtopped.
22.5 ft
Bridges in Safford Valley closed and extensive agricultural flooding. Homes and structures closest to the river threatened.
21 ft
Agricultural flooding begins from Solomon down to Thatcher. Water begins to threaten bridge approaches in the Safford Valley.
19 ft
Water begins to approach agricultural fields.
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 | 20.8 ft | 132,000 cfs |
| Jan 18, 1916 | 19.5 ft | 100,000 cfs |
| Dec 18, 1978 | 19.4 ft | 100,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gila River near Solomon?
The Gila River near Solomon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09448500) 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 Solomon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gila River near Solomon is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22.5 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gila River rises?
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Where is the Gila River near Solomon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Graham County, Arizona at coordinates 32.8827°N, 109.4796°W. USGS site number: 09448500. 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