Major Flood
17 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
12.5 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Extensive flooding of homes and businesses along Water Street and low lying property adjacent to the Little Colorado River.
15 ft
The Highway 191/Commercial Street bridge becomes impassable.
12.5 ft
Water begins to impact homes along Water Street next to the Little Colorado River.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2015 | 14.75 ft | 4,200 cfs |
| Jul 19, 2010 | 13.75 ft | 2,240 cfs |
| Jul 30, 2012 | 13.16 ft | 1,640 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LCSA3
River
Little Colorado River
County
Apache, AZ
Coordinates
34.4506°N, 109.3623°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Colorado River near St Johns?
The Little Colorado River near St Johns gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09385700) 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 St Johns?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Colorado River near St Johns is 12.5 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Colorado River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Colorado River near St Johns to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Little Colorado River near St Johns gauge located?
The gauge is located in Apache County, Arizona at coordinates 34.4506°N, 109.3623°W. USGS site number: 09385700. 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