Major Flood
14 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Rock quarry reached on right bank. Additional flooding possible downstream.
13 ft
Flooding occurs on left bank with no threat to any buildings, mainly rural countryside.
11 ft
Out of bank flooding in area of gage, no threat to buildings, mainly rural countryside.
9 ft
Flood stage. Minor overflow on right (north) bank, with no threat to any buildings, mainly rural countryside.
7.5 ft
Potential downstream lowland overflow.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 1993 | 8.32 ft | 12,400 cfs |
| Feb 20, 1980 | 8.3 ft | 12,600 cfs |
| Sep 26, 1984 | 8.15 ft | 12,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LCJA3
River
Little Colorado River
County
Navajo, AZ
Coordinates
34.9011°N, 110.2547°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Colorado River near Joseph City?
The Little Colorado River near Joseph City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09397300) 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 Little Colorado River near Joseph City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Colorado River near Joseph City is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Colorado River rises?
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Where is the Little Colorado River near Joseph City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Navajo County, Arizona at coordinates 34.9011°N, 110.2547°W. USGS site number: 09397300. 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