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
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Major flooding. Buildings flooded. 25,700 cfs estimated flow.
12.2 ft
Estimated flow of record before gage installed of 21,000 cfs on June 22, 1972. Flow was recorded at a location 7 mi. upstream.
7.5 ft
Moderate flooding. Culvert filled and low roads in area inundated.
6 ft
FLOOD STAGE - Minor Flooding of low lying areas low berms in area topped. Main concern are golfers and other recreation activities in or near the channel.
5 ft
ACTION STAGE
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 1972 | 12.5 ft | 21,000 cfs |
| Sep 7, 2014 | 4.28 ft | 3,700 cfs |
| Aug 2, 2005 | 4.03 ft | 3,040 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
IDXA3
River
Indian Bend Wash
County
Maricopa, AZ
Coordinates
33.4403°N, 111.9144°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Indian Bend Wash at Curry Road in Tempe?
The Indian Bend Wash at Curry Road in Tempe gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09512162) 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 Indian Bend Wash at Curry Road in Tempe?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Indian Bend Wash at Curry Road in Tempe is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Indian Bend Wash rises?
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Where is the Indian Bend Wash at Curry Road in Tempe gauge located?
The gauge is located in Maricopa County, Arizona at coordinates 33.4403°N, 111.9144°W. USGS site number: 09512162. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey