Major Flood
7 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
5.5 ft
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
2.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Properties downstream from Sabino Canyon experience flooding
5.5 ft
Properties downstream from Sabino Canyon isolated
3 ft
All bridges in Sabino Canyon Recreation Area impassible
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 1978 | 11.76 ft | 7,400 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1970 | 10.21 ft | 7,730 cfs |
| Aug 9, 1966 | 9.65 ft | 6,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sabino Creek near Sabino Dam?
The Sabino Creek near Sabino Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09484000) 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 Sabino Creek near Sabino Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sabino Creek near Sabino Dam is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5.5 feet, and major flooding at 7 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sabino Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sabino Creek near Sabino Dam 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 Sabino Creek near Sabino Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pima County, Arizona at coordinates 32.3147°N, 110.8109°W. USGS site number: 09484000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Tanque Verde Creek near Sabino Canyon Rd.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey