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
12 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Gravel pit near Peridot threatened by ersion. Several structures in San Carlos and possibly Peridot flood.
12 ft
Ball fields flooded in San Carlos and water threatens structures northwest of ball fields.
11 ft
Ball fields in San Carlos threatened.
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 19, 1967 | 18.5 ft | 32,000 cfs |
| Dec 21, 1965 | 14.8 ft | 36,300 cfs |
| Nov 24, 1978 | 13.07 ft | 22,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SNCA3
River
San Carlos River
County
Gila, AZ
Coordinates
33.2964°N, 110.4508°W
Get Flood Alerts for San Carlos River
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Carlos River above Peridot?
The San Carlos River above Peridot gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09468500) 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 San Carlos River above Peridot?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Carlos River above Peridot is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when San Carlos River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add San Carlos River above Peridot 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 San Carlos River above Peridot gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gila County, Arizona at coordinates 33.2964°N, 110.4508°W. USGS site number: 09468500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Gila River at Coolidge Dam
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey