Major Flood
18 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Much of Hereford flooded. Hereford bridge likley overtopped and possible evacuations in the town of Hereford.
17 ft
Hereford bridge approaches flood.
16 ft
Low-lying areas of Hereford along the San Pedro River flood.
15 ft
Parking lot on east side of Hereford Road bridge begins flooding.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 1926 | 23.9 ft | — |
| Oct 23, 2000 | 18.88 ft | 15,900 cfs |
| Jul 30, 2006 | 18.25 ft | 14,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SPPA3
River
San Pedro River
County
Cochise, AZ
Coordinates
31.3801°N, 110.1112°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Pedro River near Palominas?
The San Pedro River near Palominas gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09470500) 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 Pedro River near Palominas?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Pedro River near Palominas is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when San Pedro River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add San Pedro River near Palominas 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 Pedro River near Palominas gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cochise County, Arizona at coordinates 31.3801°N, 110.1112°W. USGS site number: 09470500. 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